
A Monumental Fragmentary Head of a Queen or Goddess, circa 3rd/2nd Century B.C.
This monumental head, dating to the Hellenistic period, represents either a royal figure or divine being, likely originally part of a larger sculptural ensemble. The work demonstrates the refined naturalism and idealized portraiture characteristic of Greek sculpture from the 3rd or 2nd century BCE, with carefully rendered facial features and an elegant formal presence. As a fragmentary piece, it testifies to the loss and survival of ancient sculptural works while remaining a powerful testament to the technical skill and ambition of its unknown creator.
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- Auction House · Sotheby's
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Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art
December 3, 2024
Estimate: $35,000 – $45,000
Lot 405
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