Headless Roman emperor marble torso sells for $34.26 million at auction
A marble torso of a Roman emperor, lacking its head, sold at auction for $34.26 million, a new record for the piece. The sculpture had fetched $7.36 million when it last changed hands in 2010, a major jump in value over that period. Originating from ancient Rome, the work depicts its subject with military honor and a link to the divine. The piece has previously been displayed in notable museum exhibitions across the United States.
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