Portrait of King Antiochus IV Epiphanes

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Acquired in 1975 Marble circa 175 BC The ruler's headband on his short hair and the remarkably defined facial features that match those of a Seleucid king on coins clearly indicate this is a depiction of Antiochus IV of Syria, who ruled from 175 to 164 BC. The smaller-than-life-size head was designed for inclusion in a larger statue. This item is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit project initiated by MyMiniFactory. Through Scan The World, we are creating a digital repository of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe that can be accessed free of charge by the public. Scan The World is an open-source community effort. If you have interesting items nearby and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate.