Bust Of Emperor Vespasian - Late 18th Century - Alabaster

Alabaster Bust of the Emperor Vespasian – Late 18th Century

This remarkable bust in the finesse of its execution represents the Roman emperor Vespasian, famous founder of the Flavian dynasty and initiator of the construction of the Colosseum. In alabaster, it dates from the end of the 18th century, a period marked by the craze for Greco-Roman antiquity and the neoclassical style.

This type of object was often brought back from Italy by young European aristocrats, as a souvenir of their Grand Tour, this initiatory journey to the heart of Italy and classical culture.

The features of Vespasian's face, marked by realism, are captured with great precision, illustrating the virtuosity of the artist who created this object.
The alabaster has a beautiful natural patina due to its age, accentuating the charm of the piece.

Dimensions: Height 26 cm - Width 19 cm - Depth 10 cm