Hellenistic Head of Herakles, 2nd/1st Century BC

Hellenistic Head of Herakles, 2nd/1st Century BC

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Directory: Antiques:Regional Art:Ancient World:Greek:Sculpture: Pre AD 1000: Item # 769327

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Ostracon Ancient Art
Bernhard I. Müller, PhD
Gallery by appointment
Zurich, Switzerland

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$ 2400

Hellenistic Head of Herakles, 2nd/1st Century BC

Greek marble head of Herakles with a short bulged out forehead and almond-shaped eyes recessed to bear inlays. The full lips framed by a moustache. Small ears stick out the close-cropped hairdo. The beard with voluminous curls. Greek, Eastern Mediterranean, 2nd/1st century BC. H. 8.1 cm (3.2 in), H. with stand 14.9 cm (5.85 in). Broken below the heavy neck. Nose chipped. White marble with reddish patina and black deposits. Surface worn in places. Swiss art market.