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Portrait of Thucydides

Unknown1st century B.C.–2nd century A.D.

The J. Paul Getty Museum

The J. Paul Getty Museum
Los Angeles, United States

Portrait head of Thucydides with thick, wavy hair that is thinning and receding on the top of his head. His heavy brow shadows his deep-set eyes. He has a close-cropped beard and moustache. The head is broken off at the neck. The brow, eyes, and lips are battered. His nose and chin are missing.

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  • Title: Portrait of Thucydides
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 1st century B.C.–2nd century A.D.
  • Location Created: Roman Empire
  • Physical Dimensions: 27 cm (10 5/8 in.)
  • Type: Male portrait
  • External Link: Find out more about this object on the Museum website.
  • Medium: Marble
  • Terms of Use: Open Content
  • Number: 76.AA.47
  • Culture: Roman
  • Credit Line: The J. Paul Getty Museum, Villa Collection, Malibu, California
  • Creator Display Name: Unknown
  • Classification: Sculpture (Visual Works)
The J. Paul Getty Museum

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