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Terracotta Bust of an Unknown Roman Emperor

4 questions · click an answer to see how you did.

  1. 1. What material is this bust made from?

    💡 It's a kind of clay that gets baked in a very hot oven called a kiln.

  2. 2. About how long ago was this bust made?

    💡 It was made during the Renaissance, a time when artists looked back to ancient Rome.

  3. 3. What did the bust look like when it was first painted?

    💡 The artist wanted it to look like a fancy metal statue.

  4. 4. Look closely at the bust. What details can you spot that might tell you it is a Roman emperor? Describe what you notice.

    💡 Think about hair, a crown, a serious face, or fancy clothing.

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