Nude Warrior

Description The dramatic posture and exaggerated twist of the neck date this piece to the mid Hellenistic period. The pose implies the presence of at least one other figure. The blue-green color, modeling of the muscles, and unpolished surface are typical of works from Alexandria.

Exhibitions

• From Alexander to Cleopatra: Greek Art of the Hellenistic Age. The Walters Art Gallery, Baltimore. 1988-1989.

Provenance [Fayum]; Dikran Kelekian, Paris and New York [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Henry Walters, Baltimore, 1913, by purchase; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.

Credit Acquired by Henry Walters, 1913