Hellenistic Male Head 2 at The British Museum, London

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In Cypriot sculpture, a purely Greek style became common only after 350 BC, following Alexander the Great's conquest in 333 BC. This marked a significant shift from earlier styles, which often blended elements of different cultures. The man depicted in this statue is one of the earliest examples of Hellenistic art in Cyprus, and his wreath indicates that he was a worshipper. Although the sculpture is realistic, it may not be a portrait of an actual person. This object is part of "Scan The World", a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures created by MyMiniFactory. The period between Alexander's death in 323 BC and the rise of the Roman Empire as signified by the Battle of Actium in 31 BC saw a major shift in ancient Greek art. Hellenistic artists moved away from idealized, perfect figures to more realistic depictions of emotion and character. Artists like Praxiteles created iconic works such as the Aphrodite of Cnidos, while others explored more erotic themes. Hellenistic art often featured people from all walks of life, including those of lower social status. Peiraikos, for example, painted everyday scenes like barbers' shops and cobblers' stalls. His work was highly praised by Pliny, who noted that he sold his paintings for more than other artists received for their larger works. Even barbarians were depicted in heroic form, foreshadowing the artistic theme of the noble savage. The image of Alexander the Great was also an important artistic motif, with many diadochi depicting themselves imitating his youthful appearance. Some of the most famous works of Greek sculpture belong to this period, including Laocoön and his Sons, Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace.