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 the bust made of?
💡 It's a type of clay that gets baked in a kiln.
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2. What did the bust originally look like?
💡 Think about the dark brown varnish and gold spots.
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3. Where was the bust made?
💡 These are two cities in northern Italy.
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4. Look closely at the bust. What details can you see that might tell you it's a Roman emperor?
💡 Think about the hairstyle, the clothing, or any symbols.