Portrait of Commander Pericles / Kimon / Cimon

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This bust depicts a statesman and/or military leader clad in a Corinthian helmet, emblematic of his strategic role as strategos. The five replicas can be found at prominent museums: the British Museum, Antikensammlung in Berlin, SMK in Denmark, the Vatican Museum, and Museo Barracco in Rome. A lingering enigma surrounds the identity of this individual, sparking debate between two possible names: Pericles or Kimon. Additionally, uncertainty shrouds his father's identity, with some attributing it to Xanthippus, a renowned politician, while others claim Miltiades, the illustrious victor of the Battle of Marathon. It is plausible that Kimon and Pericles were distinct individuals, engaging in opposing political ideologies. Perhaps after being ostracized by Pericles, Kimon transitioned into military service.