Laureated Bust of a Roman Emperor Facing Left (one of 29 painted panels from a frieze)

Laureated Bust of a Roman Emperor Facing Left (one of 29 painted panels from a frieze)

Unknown

1500

unspecified

From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum

About this work

This painting shows a man's profile, facing left. He has a laurel wreath on his head and curly hair. The background is red, and there's a gold circle around him. The man's face is serious, and he's wearing a dark robe. The painting is framed by a decorative border with leaves and flowers. It looks old and worn, with some cracks and scratches. The Victoria and Albert Museum has this painting, along with 28 others that were part of a big frieze.

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