Kore

Kore is an ancient Greek term meaning "young woman" or "daughter," often used to describe female deities or young women in mythology and art. It symbolizes youth, beauty, and divine purity. In art history, "Kore" statues depict young women dressed in elaborate garments, representing fertility, religious offerings, or maternal qualities. The term highlights the importance of female figures in Greek culture and religion, and these sculptures help us understand how the Greeks viewed femininity and divine femininity.