The Art Of Rome Head of Roman
Verism, a type of superrealism, is the objective in this sculpture. Made out of marble, it was built lifesize. Almost looking alive this artwork was carefully sculpted showing every curve and wrinkle.

Head of Roman

Who- Roman Portratist
What- Marble
When- 80 B.C.
Where-Rome
Why- A good example of "Verism" a kind of super realism to show every detail of subject
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