Sculpture in patinated alabaster of a bearded Serapis. This oriental god, of Alexandrian origin, was very popular in the Late Empire, and his cult was spread by Roman legionaries, among others. Roman art Height: 8 cm (Slightly missing, probably lapped above the head). Lots may be collected by appointment only, on June 20 and 21, 2023, in Paris VIIIe (Metro: Franklin Roosevelt Line 8 or Saint-Philippe du Roule Line 9). [The exact address will be communicated to you after full payment of the slip, when the appointment is made].

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