Efames Museum : Object : Statue leg [91IEQY]

Statue leg

Archaeological museum of ancient Messene

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Object Name

Statue leg

Dating

2nd century BCE

Collection

Archaeological museum of ancient Messene

Discovery Location

Archaeological site ofancient Messene

Object Type

Statue

Material Marble
Dimensions

Length: 56 cm x Width: 43 cm x Height: 49 cm

License

CC BY-NC-ND 4

Right leg of a colossal statue of Tyche, work of the sculptor Damophon. From oikos Μ at the Asclepieion of ancient Messene. The leg is covered by a himation that leaves the toes visible. Drill holes for the attachment of sandals are visible between the toes and on the foot.