Roman Marble Head of Athena
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Roman Marble Head of Athena
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Length: 8 in (20.32 cm)
- Style:Classical Roman (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1st-2nd century AD
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1052215645422
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