Unknown - Artwork 938

A serene, elongated head crowned with a ring of small, expressive figures occupies the top of this bust, the facial features pared down to quiet, classical planes.

The dark, bluish patina and subtle surface modeling bestow a meditative dignity, while the miniature characters around the crown suggest an inner world of stories and companions. The piece balances monumental calm with whimsical detail: the smoothness of the face contrasts with the lively, narrative frieze at the crown, producing an effect that is at once contemplative and intimately human.