Sculpture, Coppia imperatori romani - 30 cm - marble dust

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An elegant pair of decorative busts cast in marble powder, depicting two of the most famous emperors of ancient Rome: Marcus Aurelius and Augustus.
The sculptures stand out for their meticulous detailing: Marcus Aurelius is depicted with the characteristic curly beard and a contemplative expression, symbolizing his philosophical nature, while Augustus appears with a youthful face and idealized features, in keeping with the tradition of Roman imperial art. Marcus Aurelius, author of the renowned Meditations, is remembered as one of the wisest emperors, a proponent of Stoicism and a symbol of balance and inner discipline. Augustus, founder of the Roman Empire, brought stability and prosperity after years of civil wars, inaugurating an era of peace known as Pax Romana. Both busts rest on solid bases and feature an antique stone finish, giving an authentic and refined appearance, ideal for classical environments, professional offices, or art collections. The shipment will be entrusted to a professional company that will handle careful, professional packaging, with express courier and trackable package. No reserve price.

An elegant pair of decorative busts cast in marble powder, depicting two of the most famous emperors of ancient Rome: Marcus Aurelius and Augustus.
The sculptures stand out for their meticulous detailing: Marcus Aurelius is depicted with the characteristic curly beard and a contemplative expression, symbolizing his philosophical nature, while Augustus appears with a youthful face and idealized features, in keeping with the tradition of Roman imperial art. Marcus Aurelius, author of the renowned Meditations, is remembered as one of the wisest emperors, a proponent of Stoicism and a symbol of balance and inner discipline. Augustus, founder of the Roman Empire, brought stability and prosperity after years of civil wars, inaugurating an era of peace known as Pax Romana. Both busts rest on solid bases and feature an antique stone finish, giving an authentic and refined appearance, ideal for classical environments, professional offices, or art collections. The shipment will be entrusted to a professional company that will handle careful, professional packaging, with express courier and trackable package. No reserve price.

Details

Era
After 2000
Country of origin
Italy
Material
marble dust
Title of artwork
Coppia imperatori romani
Signature
Not signed
Condition
Fair condition
Height
30 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
4.2 kg
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Objects sold
100%
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