Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Definition
The Peplos Kore is an ancient Greek statue depicting a young female figure wearing a peplos garment. It represents the idealized form of a young woman and is often associated with religious rituals.
A term used to describe ancient Greek statues of young female figures like the Peplos Kore.
Peplos: A type of garment worn by women in ancient Greece, consisting of a rectangular piece of fabric draped over the body and fastened at the shoulders.
Archaic Smile: The characteristic smile seen on many ancient Greek sculptures, including the Peplos Kore, which represents an idealized expression rather than naturalistic emotion.