Bust of Hannibal
18th century
Castle Museum in Łańcut
Part of the collection: Sculptures
The bust is a miniature copy of the ancient bronze bust of Epaminondas, located in the Museo Nazionale in Naples.
Epaminondas (c. 420-362 B.C.), a famous Theban general and politician, is presented as an older man, en face, with his head bowed downwards. His face is long, with a long nose, wrinkles, surrounded by a chin. Hair arranged in curly strands overlapping the forehead and temples.
Barbara Trojnar
Author / creator
Object type
rzeźba
Technique
rzeźbiarskie
Material
terracotta
Creation time / dating
Owner
Muzeum - Zamek w Łańcucie
Identification number
Location / status
18th century
Castle Museum in Łańcut
18th century, 2. połowa XVIII wieku
Castle Museum in Łańcut
2. połowa XVIII wieku
Castle Museum in Łańcut
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