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Head of a Maiden with "Lampadion" Hairstyle Greek 3rd - 2nd century BCE

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Head of a Maiden in the style of Praxiteles Greek 3rd century BCE

"The elongated eyes, bow-shaped mouth, and pronounced fleshy folds across the neck (known as "Venus rings") identify the head as a Hellenistic refinement of a style introduced by the 4th-century BC sculptor Praxiteles." - Walters Art Museum

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