Porphyry basin, Imperial, 2nd–3rd century , Roman, Porphyry, Overall: 27 1/2 x 72 1/8 x 19 in. ( x x cm

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Porphyry basin, Imperial, 2nd–3rd century , Roman, Porphyry, Overall: 27 1/2 x 72 1/8 x 19 in. ( x x cm), Stone Sculpture, Stone basins such as this served as bathing tubs in one or another of the large imperial baths with which Rome was furnished. This example, although undecorated, provides a good impression of the richness and extravagance of, imperial patronage

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