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Portrait bust of Janus characteristic of the Roman period, more precisely of the imperial period (1st–3rd century AD). The god Janus, Roman deity of beginnings, transitions, and changes, is often depicted with two opposite faces, symbolizing his gaze toward the future and toward the past.

Buste de Janus caractéristique de l'époque Romaine , plus précisément de la péeiode impériale ( 1er-3éme siécle aprés J-C)
Le dieu Janus , divinité romaine des commencements, des passages et des changements est souvent représenté avec deux visages opposés , symbolisant son regard vers l'avenir et vers le passé.

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Ancient Roman Marble Two-faced Janus - 10 cm

1er  3éme siécle après J-C

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Roman antique marble bust of Two-faced Janus from the imperial period (1st–3rd century AD), measuring 8 × 10 × 6 cm, in good condition, authentic original, acquired in 2025 from a succession in France.

Ancient Roman Marble Two-faced Janus - 10 cm

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Roman antique marble bust of Two-faced Janus from the imperial period (1st–3rd century AD), measuring 8 × 10 × 6 cm, in good condition, authentic original, acquired in 2025 from a succession in France.

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