Parthian Limestone Head of Man

An ancient Parthian limestone head of a nobleman with two tiers of thick coiled locks of hair, heavy lidded eyes with incised irises; prominent a mustache and beard.

Ca. 130 - 160 AD.
Height: 11 in. (28 cm).

Formerly in a New Jersey private collection; acquired at Christie's, New York, December 6, 2001, lot 719.