This head of Seneca is a bronze reproduction of the Roman bust from the end of the 1st century BC, discovered in Herculaneum in 1754 and preserved in the Archaeological Museum of Naples.   

This is probably the portrait of Lucius Seneca,the famous Roman philosopher who, together with Agrippina, was the regent of the empire supported by Nero. 

Characteristics 

• Material: bronze
• Dimensions: 50 x 35 cm (19.69 x 13.78 inches)
• Weight: 10 kg

Historical Curiosities 

Seneca thought that the actions of politicians needed to be influenced by the aristocracy to achieve positive outcomes. His stoicism was based on idea that destructive emotions such as anger and pain should be removed, that wealth and virtue should work hand in hand, and that there should be no running away from difficulty. This detachment from the body that man can achieve, he calls autarkeia (Self-sufficiency).

Maintenance

To keep your bronze sculpture always shining, clean it regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using harsh chemicals that could damage the patina. If it loses its shine, just use a little wax.