Kouros vs. Kore

Kouros vs. Kore — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Kouros and Kore

Kourosnoun

A sculpture of a naked youth in Ancient Greece, the male equivalent of a kore.

Korenoun

An Ancient Greek statue of a woman, portrayed standing, usually clothed, painted in bright colours and having an elaborate hairstyle.

Korenoun

(Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina

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