Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th period CE. A skillfully carved marble bust depicting the head of an imperial male figure presenting classicizing features and a wavy coiffure with each curly lock skillfully delineated in a manner characteristic of the Julio-Claudian period and framing his serious visage, which was clearly influenced by a taste for naturalism, yet also demonstrates the Classical World's embrace of idealized portraiture. The marble itself has developed rich honey hues over time. A wonderful Roman marble bust of an elite male. Size: 2.875" W x 4.375" H (7.3 cm x 11.1 cm); 6.6" H (16.8 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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Condition
Losses to areas of neckline, nose, and upper lip as shown. Softening to some finer details, with iron oxide deposits on left side of face, and light abrasions. Nice preservation of remaining facial details and smooth surface textures.