Portrait of Antinous

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The young man from Bythinia, Hadrian's beloved who met his tragic end in the Nile's waters and was subsequently deified, is depicted with the distinct features of his most prominent portrait. His head is encircled by an intricately crafted double-torse crown that bears effigies in relief, showcasing Nerva or perhaps Trajan alongside Hadrian, indicating that Antinous is portrayed here as a high-ranking priest of the Imperial cult.