Bust Of Athena In Plaster Called "pallas De Velletri" H 55cm (minerva)

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Object description :

"Bust Of Athena In Plaster Called "pallas De Velletri" H 55cm (minerva)"

Large plaster bust representing the goddess Athena.
Inspired by the helmeted statue of Athena known as “Pallas de Velletri” from the 1st century and discovered at the end of the 18th century, Musée du Louvre, inv. Ma 464.
The goddess of war is represented with her head tilted slightly forward, looking down, which suggests that this bust was probably positioned high in a niche.
Total height 55 cm
Good state of conservation

Price: 950 €

Period: 20th century
Style: Rome and Antic Greece
Condition: Excellent condition

Material: Plaster
Width: 22
Height: 55

Reference: 1148551