Ancient Greek Smiling Kouros Statue from 500 BCE in Athens Museum

A marble statue known as the Smiling Kouros, dating to 500 BCE, is housed at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. Standing 96 centimeters tall, the sculpture is crafted from Parian marble and features a dedication to Apollo. The artifact is managed by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture and Sports through the Archaeological Receipts Fund. This representation of a youthful male figure exemplifies Archaic Greek art, characterized by its distinctive smile and rigid posture. The statue was documented on artcritical.com on June 18, 2017.