Roman Marble Head of a Lady
2nd-4th century AD. A carved marble female head with elongated features, hair drawn back from the face in a braided band, narrow facial features and socket eyes to accept inset glass(?) panels; mounted on a custom-made stand. 1.2 kg total, 24cm including stand (9 1/2"). From an important London collection; acquired on the London art market in 1989.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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2nd-4th century AD. A carved marble female head with elongated features, hair drawn back from the face in a braided band, narrow facial features and socket eyes to accept inset glass(?) panels; mounted on a custom-made stand. 1.2 kg total, 24cm including stand (9 1/2"). From an important London collection; acquired on the London art market in 1989.
Condition Report: Fine condition.