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.
Roman — Portrait head of a laureated African child — 1st - 2nd Century A.D
Roman, 1st - 2nd Century A.D, Marble, 140 mm x 105 mm (without stand), 220 mm x 105 mm (inc. stand) Condition: Good condition. Documented provenance. Antikarts dossier with presentation, characteristics and traceability.
Archaeological cabinet
Detailed Description
Roman, 1st - 2nd Century A.D, Marble, 140 mm x 105 mm (without stand), 220 mm x 105 mm (inc. stand)
Analysis & expertise
Characteristics
Item: Portrait head of a laureated African child. Material: Marble. Culture: Roman. Period: 1st - 2nd Century A.D. Dimensions: 140 mm x 105 mm (without stand), 220 mm x 105 mm (inc. stand). Condition: Good condition.
Historical context
Context markers: Roman. Dating indicated: 1st - 2nd Century A.D.
Cultural value
Reference record preserved for study, comparison and documentation.
Traceability & guarantees
Provenance: Ex Dr. Pierre Calvelli collection, Aix-les-Bains, acquired between 1960 – 1980 The laureated African child head in marble from the Roman period represents a fascinating and unique example of Roman sculpture influenced by African and Mediterranean artistic traditions. This type of sculpture is notable for its distinctive combination of Roman artistic techniques and African iconography.. Record preserved in the Antikarts Museum as a documentary reference. Stored documentary source: https://www.yourantiquarian.com/product/roman-portrait-head-of-a-laureated-child/.
Archaeological Identity Card
Material, chronological and cultural record for the object
Reference
YA-7351
- Period
- Roman
- Date
- 1st - 2nd Century A.D
- Diameter
- 140 mm x 105 mm (without stand), 220 mm x 105 mm (inc. stand)
- Other References
- YA-7351
- Condition
- Good condition
- Provenance
- Ex Dr. Pierre Calvelli collection, Aix-les-Bains, acquired between 1960 – 1980 The laureated African child head in marble from the Roman period represents a fascinating and unique example of Roman sculpture influenced by African and Mediterranean artistic
