Roman Bronze Bust of Minerva , Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd Cent CE Holy Land form the focal points of

form the focal points of the design

Region: Wilkinkarra/Kiwirrkura

Condition:  The pendants are intact and in very good condition overall

front cover

and another placed at the edge of the mouth

Roman Bronze Bust of Minerva , Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd Cent CE Holy Land form the focal points ofA finely cast bronze bust of Minerva, Roman goddess of wisdom, war, and the arts, depicted wearing a crested Corinthian style helmet pushed back atop her head. Her draped aegis is rendered with sharply incised folds and defined shoulder detailing. The facial features are elegantly modeled, showing stylized Hellenistic influence with almond shaped eyes, a straight nose, and slightly parted lips. The helmet crest rises prominently behind the head.