A most impressive and large scaled Italian 19th century solid white Carrara marble bust of Emperor Adrian. The bust is raised by an elegant circular socle pedestal base with a fine mottled border. Emperor Adrian is draped in a masterfully... — Read More

A most impressive and large scaled Italian 19th century solid white Carrara marble bust of Emperor Adrian. The bust is raised by an elegant circular socle pedestal base with a fine mottled border. Emperor Adrian is draped in a masterfully sculpted paludamentum over his left shoulder fastened by a richly sculpted fibula. His armor is centered by a carved female mask. The handsome Emperor displays richly sculpted hair and a beard. — Read Less