A handmade plaster bust of the Roman Emperor Hadrian.
The British Museum online shop prides itself on its wide range of exclusive souvenirs and gifts for history enthusiasts. Every purchase supports the British Museum.
A hand-made bust in the Revived Classical Style, of the Roman emperor Hadrian(117 to 138 A.D.) Made in Bath, England.A handmade plaster bust of the Roman Emperor Hadrian.
Born Publius Aelius Hadrianus, Hadrian was the Emperor of Rome between 117–138 AD. Known as the ‘Travelling Emperor’, he spent a lot of his reign outside of Italy, visiting countries and fortifying the boundaries of the Roman Empire. In the U.K. his most remarkable accomplishment was the building of Hadrian’s Wall, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Hadrian would later become known as one of the ‘Five Good Emperors’ of ancient Rome. The base of this bust features a replica of the Pantheon, rebuilt during his reign, and the words “Peace Through Strength”.
An impressive home ornament.
Townley Hadrian - Wikipedia
Marble bust of Hadrian unearthed
Antoninus Pius Bust Sculpture -Roman Emperor for sale The Ancient Home
To Make Blockbuster Shows, Museums Are Turning to Focus Groups - The New York Times
Love around the world
statue British Museum
Hadrian - Wikipedia
Emperor Hadrian English Heritage
Hadrian · Wilcox Classical Museum
5 gay rulers from ancient history
Hadrian
