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Towcester Head

Discover the unique stone female head from Towcester, Northamptonshire, dating back to the 1st-4th centuries AD. This larger-than-life representation features a blend of native British and Roman artistic styles, showcasing the influence of Romanisation in local craftsmanship. The head, possibly from a funerary monument near Watling Street (now the A5), illustrates intricate hair styling secured with a band and distinct locks framing the face. With exaggerated features reminiscent of Roman theatre masks, this artifact is a fascinating testament to ancient cultural fusion.

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Towcester Head

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  1. Towcester Head Andrew Delaney

  2. Key facts • Stone female head • 1st-4th centuries AD • From Towcester, Northamptonshire • Watling Street (now the A5 road), was built through the area. • A garrison town called Lactodurum established on the site of the present-day town. • Probably from a funerary monument or enclosure beside Watling Street 

  3. Location

  4. Description • It represents a woman, larger than life-size • Her hair worn in thick strands secured by a narrow band or diadem. • Two curled locks descend on to the cheeks. • The head shows a mixture of native British and Roman styles. • The Celtic style indicates that it was probably made by a local craftsman. • But the exaggerated features and flat face do resemble Roman theatre masks.

  5. Themes • Art • Romanisation

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