freestanding sculptures from ancient Egypt. The Kouros freestanding sculpture served as the stepping-stone of all Greek sculptures. " Greek sculpture did not rise suddenly out of nothing. It was constantly inspired by foreign models, and it may be generally noted that the creative spirit among the Greek needed contact with foreign inspiration in order to produce its masterpieces."
             The Kouros is in the same stance as of the ancient Egyptian freestanding sculptures. The Kouros's left leg is in the forward position and the right leg is straight, both feet are placed flat on the ground below. The trunk of the body is in an upright position; shoulders are broad and waist narrow. All of these characteristics show how Egyptian freestanding sculptures had an effect on Greek freestanding sculptures.
             Kouros' arms are slightly bent along his side and both fists are clinched. His head is h
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