Which ancient Greek sculpture in Delphi depicts a charioteer in a long, pleated robe?

The Charioteer of Delphi is the ancient Greek sculpture in Delphi that depicts a charioteer in a long, pleated robe.

The life-size bronze figure was discovered in 1896 at the Sanctuary of Apollo in Delphi. It is usually dated to about 478–474 BCE, during the early Classical period of Greek art. The statue was probably part of a larger group that included a chariot, horses, and other figures, although those elements have not survived together.

The charioteer wears a long garment called a xystis, suitable for competition. His calm expression and controlled posture contrast with the excitement expected in a chariot race. The surviving bronze eyes, made with materials including glass and stone, add unusual realism.

The statue is one of the best-preserved large bronzes from ancient Greece. It is displayed in the Delphi Archaeological Museum rather than in the sanctuary itself.