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Relief Fragment of a Head

Relief Fragment of a Head

Roman

Fragment of a head in relief with full curls facing left. Possibly from a sarcophagus. Head is very worn and cut off just under chin. Evidence of drill work in ear, pupil, and corner of eye and mouth. The reverse side is pecked with tool marks.

Marble

Sculpture