Profile Bust of a Roman Emperor Facing Right (one of 29 painted panels from a frieze)
1500
unspecified
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1500
unspecified
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a man's profile, facing right. He has curly hair and wears a red garment with a gold headband. The man's face is serious, and his hair is neatly styled. The background is dark, which makes his features stand out. The painting is framed by an ornate border with leaves and flowers. The painting is part of a larger work, a frieze made up of 29 panels. It's held at the Victoria and Albert Museum. If you want to learn more about ancient Roman art, look up the subject: aeneas.
