Ancient Roman Julius Claudius head in limestone (10 BC / 54 AD) - Lifesize - h 27 cm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Provincial Roman limestone lifesize head, probably Julius Claudius (41–54 CE), about 27 cm high (32 cm with base), 23 cm wide, 12.7 kg, on a marble base; provenance Germany (Galerie H.D.B.), previously in a French private collection, acquired 2025, condition Good.
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Life-sized provincial Roman head sculpture in limestone.
Male portrait head in limestone, provincial Roman period, probably Julius Claudius, 1st century AD.
Young man's head in limestone, corroded surface, restored and repaired fracture (from plowing), hole at the top of the skull, approximately 27 cm high, mounted on a marble base, originating from an old collection of a veterinarian from Aigurande, near La Châtre, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
According to an inheritance gift from a farmer, a discovery on the land, kept in the collection since the 1970s.
The head has cracked, and the two parts have been glued back together.
The oval-shaped face is characterized by large round eyes, a slender nose slightly flattened and sculpted in relief in the shape of a triangle, and a thin mouth with narrow lips.
This head, a fragment of a limestone bust or statue, is most probably a representation of Julius Claudius, a Roman emperor who reigned from 41 to 54 AD.
Dimensions: height 27 cm (with base: 32 cm) - width 23 cm - weight 12.7 kg
Provenance: Germany, H.D.B. Gallery.
Previously: Old French private collection passed down through inheritance.
Shipping with insurance.
Does not require an export license (in accordance with French regulations on the circulation of cultural goods, for items imported into France less than 2 years ago).
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateLife-sized provincial Roman head sculpture in limestone.
Male portrait head in limestone, provincial Roman period, probably Julius Claudius, 1st century AD.
Young man's head in limestone, corroded surface, restored and repaired fracture (from plowing), hole at the top of the skull, approximately 27 cm high, mounted on a marble base, originating from an old collection of a veterinarian from Aigurande, near La Châtre, Centre-Val de Loire, France.
According to an inheritance gift from a farmer, a discovery on the land, kept in the collection since the 1970s.
The head has cracked, and the two parts have been glued back together.
The oval-shaped face is characterized by large round eyes, a slender nose slightly flattened and sculpted in relief in the shape of a triangle, and a thin mouth with narrow lips.
This head, a fragment of a limestone bust or statue, is most probably a representation of Julius Claudius, a Roman emperor who reigned from 41 to 54 AD.
Dimensions: height 27 cm (with base: 32 cm) - width 23 cm - weight 12.7 kg
Provenance: Germany, H.D.B. Gallery.
Previously: Old French private collection passed down through inheritance.
Shipping with insurance.
Does not require an export license (in accordance with French regulations on the circulation of cultural goods, for items imported into France less than 2 years ago).
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
41/54 après J.-C.
Name of object
Julius Claudius head in limestone (10 BC / 54 AD) - Lifesize - h 27 cm
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
