This sculpture is distinguished by its attenuation, plasticity and harmonious proportions, which are typical traits of the early works of the Spedos variety. It also attests to the Cycladic sculptor’s ability to handle marble skillfully even in monumental dimensions. The function of Cycladic ‘statues’ is enigmatic. However, their size rather precludes their use as grave goods. Some researchers consider that these works were cult statues or effigies of one or more female divinities. If this is true then these large Cycladic sculptures should be considered as the first monumental images of deities in the Aegean.