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Gold glass portrait medallions from Roman Egypt, ~3rd century AD

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Gold glass portrait medallions from Roman Egypt, ~3rd century AD

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The portrait in the middle of the first row looks like it could be a Realism study from the 19th century. Incredible.
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  There are a number of surviving pieces from Roman Egypt that are just fantastic, incredible artistic skill. Mummy portraits are another good example

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