Half Size Roman Marble Torso of Aphrodite

A fine half size Roman marble torso of Aphrodite, late…
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A fine half size Roman marble torso of Aphrodite, late 1st/early 2nd century, the naked goddess of Love modelled in a highly naturalistic style, bending forward with her right leg advanced slightly and tilting to her left, perhaps originally retrieving a towel at her bath, the attitude of the so called Venus Pudica, on later stand, the torso 39.5 cm high. Provenance: Hubay Collection 1978-1984, Exhibited: The University of Melbourne, 1985-1990

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  • Aphrodite / Venus - In Greek mythology, Aphrodite is the goddess of love, desire and beauty, whilst in Roman mythology she is called Venus.

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