Private Collection

Marble Bust of Augustus

1st Century AD, Roman

An extraordinarily rare portrait bust of the Emperor Augustus in the 'Prima Porta' tradition, carved from Carrara marble. The idealized rendering of the emperor's features is of exceptional quality, consistent with an official imperial workshop.

Provenance & Details

Carrara Marble, Height: 22 in
1st Century AD, Roman Imperial
Documented provenance since 1908