is an aesthetic misconception that the sculptures were pure white marble. Since the times of Michelangelo, it has been believed that ancient Greek and Roman sculptures were sculpted to be only white marble. This stereotype influenced many viewers of ancient art and created biases. Johann Joachim Winckelmann, who pioneered the study of Greco-Roman art history in 1755, held the belief that color in ancient sculpture was inferior and spoiled the purely white marble. This bias persists into the present day. Scientists and art historians counter this bias by providing evidence of visible remaining colors through microscopy and pigment analysis, ultraviolet fluorescence and reflection, and raking light. Vinzenz Brinkmann and his colleagues have been working to recreate the possible appearances of ancient sculptures in their original color. Examples Phrasikleia Kore (550–540 BC, Athens) functioned as a grave marker for Phrasikleia. The inscription states that she died at a young age and forever will be a "maiden". The sculptor of this kore was Aristion of Paros. Nikandre Kore (650 BC, Naxos) was discovered at the sanctuary of Artemis on Delos. It is one of the earliest known statues to depict women in a life-size scale from the previous Geometric statuettes. The Nikandre Kore was a dedication by Nikandre of Naxos to Artemis. Kore of Lyons (540s BC, Athens) is part of the Korai of the Acropolis in Athens. She is an example of the Ionian style, supporting the relationship and influence between Athens and Ionia. Although the it is unclear to historians of her function, the Kore of Lyons may have been a caryatid or a votive offering. There is debate among historians about who the kore is supposed to depict. One theory is that the kore is Aphrodite because she is holding a dove, which is a symbol of the goddess. Antenor Kore (530–520 BC, Athens) was named after her sculptor, Antenor, who also created the Tyrannicides. The sculpture was commissioned and dedicated by Nearchos to Athenian Acropolis. Historians believe that she may be a representation of a goddess. Peplos Kore (530–520 BC, Athens) received her name from the type of clothing she is wearing. It is strongly believed by historians that this kore is a goddess. However, it has been difficult to identify whether she is Athena or Artemis. References External links Gods in Color, Legion of Honor, San Francisco, October 28, 2017 through January 7, 2018 Peplos Kore from