A finely carved marble torso fragment from the Roman Imperial period, dating to approximately the 1st–3rd century AD. This sculpture was once part of a larger statue, likely depicting a deity, hero, or noble figure. Even in fragmentary form, it displays the refined anatomical detail and classical proportions that characterize Roman art influenced by earlier Greek traditions.
Culture: Roman Empire
Date: c. 1st–3rd Century AD
Material: Alabaster (items in alabaster are much rarer then in marble.)
Height: 3 inches
Provenance: Ex. Hudson Valley Auctioneers, New York, acquired from a Private estate from Mahopac, New York.
Condition: Fragmentary as shown. Surface wear, weathering, and mineral deposits consistent with age. Mounted on a custom stand for display.