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Head of a Male Statue

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Description

<p>This head was part of a statue that was most likely placed in a temple to allow its owner to participate in the rituals for the gods and the king. The name of the man is lost, but his shaven head suggests that he was a priest.</p><p>For the latest information about this object, <cite><a href='https://purl.thewalters.org/art/22.370' rel='external'>Head of a Male Statue</a></cite>, visit the Online Collection of the Walters Art Museum.</p>

Cross-references (2)

  • Walters-AccNum 22.370 tier-2
  • Walters-id 1296 tier-2
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