Roman Bronze Head of Zeus, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Jewelry - Gemstones Provenance: Private Maryland collection

Provenance: Private Maryland collection

This style combines Hellenistic influences with local iconography

Condition: Intact and in very good condition overall with areas of iridescence

This blend of eastern and western elements is also present in Palmyrene art

1 Dautant et al

Roman Bronze Head of Zeus, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Jewelry - Gemstones Provenance: Private Maryland collectionA finely crafted bronze head of Zeus, the king of the Olympian gods, featuring a powerful, idealized face that is expressive and well defined. It showcases a prominent brow, deep set eyes beneath arched eyebrows, a full, curling beard and mustache, and characteristic long, wavy hair. Zeus wears a diadem, which signifies royal authority by encircling the crown of his head and is a strong visual element emphasizing his divine kingship and authority. The