The face is oval in shape with a rounded chin protruding above a cylindrical neck. The mouth is indicated by a horizontal groove, and its corners are lost in vertical chisel strokes. The ridge of the nose forms a straight line with the middle of the forehead and merges laterally with the arched eyebrows. The eyes are almond-shaped, the orbital cavities are flat, and the pupils are indicated by two concentric rings. The hair tufts are parted symmetrically in the middle. They form flat curls on the cheeks and end with a thick bun covering the nape. A pair of earrings is noticed. The back of the cranium is flattened.
The head is broken below the neck, but the remaining fragment is in perfect condition. The surface is entirely coated by a thin, dark bluish patina.
Substance: basalt.
Dimensions: H 29 cm, W 16 cm, D 16.5 cm.
Era: second century CE.
Text: adapted from Weber (p. 107-108).
Collection: National Museum of Damascus.
Thomas M. Weber. Sculptures from Roman Syria in the Syrian National Museum of Damascus. Vol I, from Cities and Villages in Central and Southern Syria. Wernersche Verlagsgesellschaft. Worms. 2006.
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