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LOT 0094
Sold for (Inc. bp): £15,000
ROMAN HEAD OF GAIUS OR LUCIUS CAESAR
EARLY 1ST CENTURY AD
11 3/4" (14.1 kg, 30cm including stand).
EARLY 1ST CENTURY AD
11 3/4" (14.1 kg, 30cm including stand).
An early Imperial marble bust of a youthful male, stern expression, slender face with short hair combed forward; probably Gaius Caesar or Lucius Caesar, grandsons of Augustus and his designated heirs, who died in 2 and 4 AD respectfully in suspicious circumstances; mounted on a custom-made stand.
PROVENANCE:
From the private collection of A L, acquired London 1996.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Vierneisel, K. & Zanker, P. Die Bildnisse des Augustus, Munich, 1978, p.91, no.9.8; and for discussion of busts of this type see Toynbee, J. M. C. Roman Historical Portraits.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
