Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A finely sculpted marble head of a beautiful goddess, possibly Proserpina or Ceres (Greek equivalents being Persephone or Demeter) - presenting a delicate visage comprised of almond-shaped eyes, finely modeled facial planes, petite ears, and closed lips all upon a long, slender neck and crowned by an elaborate, centrally parted coiffure pulled back beneath a diadem. The goddess' elegant, oval face is skillfully modeled so as to present a naturalistic visage with a rounded forehead, large doe eyes that were most likely once vividly painted so as to define the irises and pupils, a fine browline that arches gracefully and merges with the bridge of her nose, a soft rounded chin, and pursed lips. The sculptor of this piece modeled the beautiful goddess with the utmost sensitivity and skill. Size: 2.5" H (6.4 cm); 5.125" H (13 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection

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#138519

  • Condition: Losses to top and back of head. Abrasions to nose, chin, forehead, and other high-pointed areas.

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September 27, 2018 7:00 AM MDT
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