Lot 49
49
AN OVER-LIFESIZED ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF A GODDESS
AN OVER-LIFESIZED ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF A GODDESS
AN OVER-LIFESIZED ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF A GODDESS
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AN OVER-LIFESIZED ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF A GODDESS

CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.

Details
AN OVER-LIFESIZED ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF A GODDESS
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
17 in. (43.1 cm.) high
Provenance
with Galeria Fallani, Rome.
The First National Bank of Chicago, acquired from the above, 1973 (Inv. no. 2038).
Acquired by the current owner from the above, 2004.
Literature
K. Kuh, et al., The Art Collection of the First National Bank of Chicago, Chicago, 1974, p. 238.

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Lot Essay

This large head is a striking depiction of an idealized figure. The ovular face features heavy-lidded almond-shaped eyes beneath gently-curving brows, bow-shaped lips, and a prominent rounded chin. The wavy hair is center parted and pulled back, falling over the tips of the ears. There is a large recess at the top of the head to accommodate a now-missing attribute, such as a crown or wreath. The identity of this enigmatic figure cannot easily be ascertained on account of the absence of specific attributes.

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