Roman - Small Head and Torso of a Silenus with Wineskin, 2nd century - 3rd century

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This is a small marble statue of the head and torso of a male figure carrying a wineskin. The marble is white with a golden tinge. The statue is highly damaged; missing his right arm, right ear, left hand and both legs. A piece of support metal is visible from his right arm. He is leaning to his right, balancing the wineskin on his left shoulder. There is a strap visible across his chest, and he has a round stomach. He has a bald head, mustache and a beard that falls in separated twisted sections, each ending in a point. His lips are slightly parted. This statue sits on a low wooden plinth.

Roman

Small Head and Torso of a Silenus with Wineskin, 2nd century - 3rd century

Marble, 29 cm (11 7/16 in.)

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