Bronze Theater Mask of Venus

Culture: Roman

Period: 2nd century A.D.

Material: Bronze

Dimensions: 8 cm high

Price: Sold

Ref: 3312

Provenance: English private collection, acquired between 1970 and 1980.

Condition: Intact

Description: Finely worked bronze applique in form of a theatre mask. Depicted is the goddess Venus with her hair pulled up to a chignon, and long corkscrew curls cascading down along her temples. Her mouth is slightly open, the eyes once possibly had inlays of a different material. High-quality Bronze applique. Mounted.