ROMAN MARBLE BUST OF MATRONA
Ca. AD 100 - 200 .
A marble bust of a Matrona depicting a mature woman in dignified repose. Her serene countenance conveys wisdom and composure, with careful attention to anatomical accuracy in the nose and lips. Delicate eyebrows and impeccably rendered curls reflect the prevailing fashion. The Matrona archetype represents a respectable, mature Roman woman, esteemed for her contributions to family and society.
Size: 300mm x 250mm; Weight: 8.9kg
Provenance: Property of a London gentleman; Ex. French collection, Paris, Parisian Gallery, 1970-90. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
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Ca. AD 100 - 200 .
A marble bust of a Matrona depicting a mature woman in dignified repose. Her serene countenance conveys wisdom and composure, with careful attention to anatomical accuracy in the nose and lips. Delicate eyebrows and impeccably rendered curls reflect the prevailing fashion. The Matrona archetype represents a respectable, mature Roman woman, esteemed for her contributions to family and society.
Size: 300mm x 250mm; Weight: 8.9kg
Provenance: Property of a London gentleman; Ex. French collection, Paris, Parisian Gallery, 1970-90. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
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