Head of Alexander the Great

Cleveland Museum of Art

White marble sculpture of a head, depicting Alexander the Great. The head and neck are shown, with the shoulders and body missing. The head is tilted slightly to the right. The face has a straight nose, thin lips, and almond-shaped eyes. The hair is curly and short, with wavy locks on the sides and back, and appears to be carved with a headband or laurel wreath on top. The sculpture has a rough texture and chipped edges. It sits on a black stand against a gray background.