Bust of Venus
Artist
Roman
Datefirst century BCE
Mediumwhite marble
Dimensions37.5 x 17.3 x 19.2 cm (14 3/4 x 6 13/16 x 7 9/16 in.)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Terms
Object number1914.57
DescriptionRemains of fastening for headdress on left side. No marks.Label TextThe head of this youthful goddess, probably Venus, was carved by a Roman artist working in the Greek style. Several ornaments were added to adorn her, such as earrings – note the holes in her ears. The back was left unfinished because it was not intended to be seen. The head and neck were carved to fit into a full-length sculpture. ProvenanceMuseum purchase from Philip Gentner
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