Lot Essay
For a similar example but in white marble, see no. 1199 in J. Boardman, “Herakles,” LIMC, vol. IV.
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CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
Details
A ROMAN GIALLO ANTICO HERM HEAD OF HERCULES
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm.) high
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
6 5/8 in. (16.8 cm.) high
Provenance
Private Collection, Germany, acquired in 1967; thence by descent.
A German Private Collection; Antiquities, Christie's, London, 30 April 2008, lot 41.
A German Private Collection; Antiquities, Christie's, London, 30 April 2008, lot 41.
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