Quick quiz
Terracotta Bust of an Unknown Roman Emperor
4 questions · click an answer to see how you did.
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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.
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2. About how long ago was this bust made?
💡 It was made during the Renaissance, a time when artists looked back to ancient Rome.
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3. What did the bust look like when it was first painted?
💡 The artist wanted it to look like a fancy metal statue.
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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.