Life-size BIS/HEAD of a young man, warrior or hero, whose ha - Lot 113

Lot n° 113
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Result : NC
Life-size BIS/HEAD of a young man, warrior or hero, whose ha - Lot 113
Life-size BIS/HEAD of a young man, warrior or hero, whose hair is combed into short curly locks. The lower part of the face has a beard leaving the chin uncovered while a moustache covers the upper lip. The large eyes with unincised pupils, the wrinkled forehead and the mouth with fleshy lips, slightly ajar, contribute to creating an effect of pathos expressing effort. It could be a hero in action. White marble. Chalky deposit and beige coloration in depth. Visible chips and flaws, otherwise very well preserved. Roman art, 1st century, probably from a Hellenistic original. OR Renaissance Height : 42 cm. Height : 42 cm. Provenance: preserved in the same family since at least the 70's. Antique wooden base.
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