Lot 64
  • 64

A Roman Marble Relief Head of a Boy, circa 2nd Century A.D.

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • A Roman Marble Relief Head of a Boy
  • marble
  • Height 15 cm.
probably from a sarcophagus, his hair radiating from the crown and falling in asymmetrical locks over his forehead and temples, a broad and deep support on the nape of the neck; no restorations.

Provenance

French private collection, 19th Century
French private collection, acquired in the 1960s/1970s
acquired at auction in France by the current owner.

Condition

As shown. No restorations. Nose, lips, proper left eye, eyebrows, and proper right cheek abraded. Various scratches and encrustations overall. Sharp cut on the back of the head.
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