https://classicalchopped2.artinterp.org/omeka/files/original/42d8062ab6837bc0f1ea534387342631.png 71d2a971ffa5acdce507d60af871b770 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Peplos Kore Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 530 BC (Archaic Greece) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Parian marble with traces of paint Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource 118 cm tall Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Greece, Athens, Athenian Acropolis, North-West of the Erechtheion Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. The Acropolis Museum, Athens, Greece References A related resource that is referenced, cited, or otherwise pointed to by the described resource. Cook, R. M. “The Peplos Kore and Its Dress.” The Journal of the Walters Art Gallery, vol. 37, 1978, pp. 84–87. JSTOR, JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/20168963. Ridgway, Brunilde Sismondo. “The Peplos Kore, Akropolis 679.” The Journal of the Walters Art Gallery, vol. 36, 1977, pp. 49–61. JSTOR, JSTOR, www.jstor.org/stable/20168947. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Anna Nielsen Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. The kore are representations of young women used to mark graves or used as votive offerings. The word Kore means 'young woman' or 'girl' in ancient Greek. The sitter in this work is unknown. Description An account of the resource Description: Her dress is a garment called a peplos that covers her body from her shoulders to her feet. Her garment is belted. She has an underdress called a chiton peeking out from under the sleeves and hem. The lower half of her body is column-like. From her waist down her skirt encloses her legs and feet. Her torso is front facing and her posture is upright. She is holding out her left arm, which is bent at the elbow. The forearm and hand are missing, but are presumed to of held an attribute. In many reconstructions, it is sown being held straight out with the palm upright. Her right arm is down to her side and clenched in a loose fist. While the body of the statue is common and seen across many other Kore, she has other distinguishing features. Her hair is very detailed and styled. She features traces of paint that tell us that she was painted originally, giving the opportunity to individualize her garment. Her face features relaxed but alert eyes with an archaic smile. Traces of paint have been found on the statue, indicating that the dress was painted, as well as the hair and parts of the face. Significance: The statue is carved in the round but is meant to be seen from the front. Kore were often put on pedestals so one would be looking slightly up at the statue. It has been noticed by scholars that there are some holes in the statue. There are some around the head, presumed to have held a metal wreath, as well as some on the preserved hand and on the base of the statue, presumed to be for a metal weapon or shield. The hole in the hand went through the hand. The holes were squarelike in shape. As well as holes in the shoulders, possibly for metal dress-fasteners. The jury is out on who is represented here. Some scholars believe that it is a "type" of grave marker. Others believe it is a goddess like Athena. Some scholars believe that it is an induvial representation of the deceased.