LB 7 Bust of Claudius, Roman Emperor, h. 76 cm.

LB 7 Bust of Claudius, Roman Emperor, h. 76 cm.

Our collection of plaster cast busts includes a reproduction of the bust of the Roman Emperor Claudius, made of antique patinated white plaster, suitable for indoor display only.

Each work is created by the Scaramella Sculpture Studio using traditional and modern artisanal techniques. It is carefully finished and patinated by hand by master sculptors. Each sculpture is unique, differing in color gradations and tones. These Made in Italy sculptures are a testament to Italian artistic tradition and culture.

WORK INFORMATION

• Subject: Portrait of the Emperor Claudius (r. 41-54 AD)

• Material: antique patinated white plaster

• Original Period: 1st century AD (Julio-Claudian Age)

• Location: Scaramella Collection of Imperial Busts

Historical-Artistic Description

The bust portrays Emperor Tiberius Claudius Caesar Augustus Germanicus with the typical features of his official iconography. Unlike the idealized portraits of his predecessor Caligula, Claudius often chose a style closer to republican realism , which conveyed wisdom, experience, and seriousness.

The plaster reproduction highlights the distinctive details of the face:

• The broad forehead furrowed by expression lines, a symbol of gravitas and intellectual commitment.

• The fixed and austere gaze, underlined by the deep eye sockets.

• The "fringe" hairstyle, with neat locks framing the face, typical of the Julio-Claudian dynasty.

• The drapery of the toga, which suggests the role of Princeps and protector of the State.