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| IMPORTANT ROMAN MARBLE OVER LIFE-SIZE VEILED HEAD OF FAUSTINA II, AD 161-176 Wife of emperor Marcus Aurelius. The features, carefully detailed eyes, drilled pupils, and hairstyle find their nearest parallel in the portraits of Faustina II. Parts of the veil were restored in the 18th or 19th century. Ex Spanish collection. Ca. AD 161-180 H. 13 in.; W. 12 1/2 in. Art of the Ancient World, 2010, no. 29 CBV01 P.O.R. FULL-SCREEN FLASH SLIDESHOW Sales |
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