Early 20th Century Giustiniani Athena Head in Patinated Terracotta

Description

Giustiniani athena head in patinated terracotta early 20th century. The athena-minerva giustiniani is a roman copy of the antonine period … more Giustiniani athena head in patinated terracotta early 20th century. The athena-minerva giustiniani is a roman copy of the antonine period of a greek original depicting pallas athena executed between the end of the 5th and the beginning of the 4th century bc. This head shows the goddess athena as a warrior, with a corinthian helmet decorated with a sphinx and ram's heads. Measures: height 50 cm width 20 cm depth 30 cm weight 12 kg material terracotta. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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