SculptureRoman1st-2nd century CE
Torso of a Woman Wearing a Diaphanous Chiton
1st - early 2nd century CE
Description
The chiton falls from her left shoulder and flows beneath her extended left arm, the back sheared away. The right side has chiseled channel suggesting the insertion of another piece. Traces of a circular button at top of shoulder. Iron mounting bolt projects from the back. Three additional mounting holes in the back. Break shows extensive cleavage planes with much mica.
Dimensions
29 cm (11 7/16 in.)
Provenance
Nelson Goodman, Weston, MA, Collector.
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