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ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF HARPOCRATES
ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF HARPOCRATES
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Ca. 100-200 AD.A marble head of Harpocrates, portrayed with youthful features. His face consists of a gently rounded chin and large expressive eyes, while a subtle enigmatic smile graces his slightly parted lips. Atop his head, an arranged topknot secures his tresses, which descend in cascading curls, enhancing the impression of youthful exuberance. In ancient Egyptian mythology, Harpocrates represented silence and esoteric knowledge. Cf. Bonhams, Antiquites, 5 July 2018, Lot 86. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists.Size: L:240mm / W:160mm ; 10kg Provenance: Property of a London gentleman; Ex. French collection, Paris, Parisian Gallery, 1970-90. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
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ROMAN MARBLE HEAD OF HARPOCRATES

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