Definitions for "Praxiteles"
famous fourth century B.C. Greek sculptor; best known as creator of the Aphrodite of Knidos.
ancient Greek sculptor (circa 370-330 BC)
Athenian sculptor of the 4th century BCE, whose best known works are the Hermes and baby Dionysos from Olympia, and the Aphrodite of Knidos. His innovations were in the depiction of intimacy and emotion.