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Priest
(Roman Empire )
In his left hand, the priest holds an incense box, and, in his right hand, a "phiale" (shallow bowl) used to pour ritual liquid offerings. His twisting pose, long hair, and expressive face are strongly influenced by Greek Hellenistic style. The leafy crown was worn by an official when making a votive sacrifice.
Provenance
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W. H. Forman Collection Sale, London, 1899, no. 102; Henry Walters, Baltimore, [date of acquisition unknown], by purchase; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
Geographies
Italy (Place of Origin)
Measurements
H: 13 x W: 8 1/4 x D: 6 in. (33 x 21 x 15.3 cm); mount W: 5 1/16 x D: 3 7/16 in. (12.8 x 8.8 cm)
Credit Line
Acquired by Henry Walters
Location in Museum
Accession Number
In libraries, galleries, museums, and archives, an accession number is a unique identifier assigned to each object in the collection.
In libraries, galleries, museums, and archives, an accession number is a unique identifier assigned to each object in the collection.
54.1088