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The Emperor Augustus is depicted with the back of his head covered by a flap of his cloak (capite velato), an element linked to Roman religiosity. The rendering of the hair and the physiognomy lead us to date the statue to the Julio-Claudian period. The portrait was probably part of a cycle displayed in a public building in the forum.

Details

  • Title: Head of Augustus
  • Date Created: 1st century AD
  • Location Created: Taranto, between via F. Di Palma and via Pupino, 1943
  • Physical Dimensions: 34.8 cm (height); 29 cm (width)
  • Medium: Marble
  • Room: Room XIV, no showcase

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