Roman Marble Sculpture of Attis

Description:

Roman Marble Sculpture of Attis, early imperial period, depicted the consort of Cybele with typical short tunic and wearing a Phrygian cap, the base let into the lid of a cinerary urn with depiction of a bird eating fruit, total ht. 34 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000

Restoration to head and right hand. The back flat perhaps originally an architectural element. For such an example,see National Archaeological Museum, Naples, Pompeii VI, 12. Repairs to right upper arm and elbow, repairs to drapery and both legs, repair to right foot.


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