Alexander Rondanini Glyptothek Munich 298

Glyptothek, Munich, Germany

Artist/Maker Unknown (original by Euphranor)

So called “Alexander Rondanini” (head). Ancient copy, the original belongs to a group created by Euphranor: King Philip of Macedon on his chariot lead by 4 horses; his son Alexander, taking on the chariot, holds the reins in both hands (armor and garb added the copist). Creation of the group after the Battle of Chaeronea, 338 BC.
Dimensions H. 178 cm

Credit line Acquired in 1814 from Rondanini Palace, Rome

Accession number Inv. 298

Location Room 10 (Saal des Alexander)

Photographer/source User:Bibi Saint-Pol, , 2007-02-08
Closer look of the head

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