Grand Tour Pair of OIl on Wood Profile Portraits Representing Two Roman Emperors

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A pair of decorative faux-antique profile portraits representing two prominent ancient Roman rulers. They are modeled after the traditional “Twelve … Read more A pair of decorative faux-antique profile portraits representing two prominent ancient Roman rulers. They are modeled after the traditional “Twelve Caesars” portrait series popularized during the Renaissance and Grand Tour eras. Identity of the Subjects Left Panel: Depicts Servius Sulpicius Galba (labeled S. GALBA). He ruled briefly from 68 to 69 AD during the chaotic "Year of the Four Emperors".Right Panel: Depicts Tiberius Julius Caesar (labeled TIBERIUS). He was the second official Roman Emperor, ruling from 14 to 37 AD.
The profile composition—showing the rulers wearing laurel wreaths and Roman military/imperial attire within arched niches—imitates classical Roman coinage, cameos, and Renaissance engravings.
Medium: These are hand-painted oil or tempera works executed on flat wooden plaques or panel inserts, with intentional distress imitating age..
Measures: height 6in x Width in, Wall hanging. See less