Roman — Male torso — 1st - 2nd Century A.D

Specimen observed during Antikarts catalog integration. The record is prepared from the technical and provenance information provided by the source. Photographs are preserved as condition evidence at the time of cataloguing.

Item: Male torso. Material: Marble. Culture: Roman. Period: 1st - 2nd Century A.D. Dimensions: 150 mm x 195 mm x 115 mm (without stand). Condition: Good condition. Includes stand.

Context markers: Roman. Dating indicated: 1st - 2nd Century A.D.

Reference record preserved for study, comparison and documentation.

Provenance: Ex English private collection, acquired late 20th Century Roman torsos in marble are an important facet of Roman sculpture, showcasing the artistic skill and cultural values of the Roman Empire. These marble sculptures, often representing deities, emperors, or notable individuals, emphasize the human form's idealized beauty and power. The Romans inherited the practice of creating marble statues from the Greeks, but they adapted and expanded upon this tradition, focusing not only on aesthetic beauty but also on realism and individualism. Roman marble torsos often depict finely detailed musculature and anatomical precision, reflecting the Romans' appreciation for the human body's physical perfection and their ability to capture it in stone.. Record preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference. Stored documentary source: https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/roman-male-torso/.