Oval plaque with portrait of Ulpia Marciana

An elegant oval plaque in polychrome marbles, executed in the early eighteenth century and depicting Ulpia Marciana, sister of the Emperor Trajan. Inspired by the tradition of Roman imperial portraiture, the work is distinguished by the dignified and solemn profile of the sitter.

The composition combines precious materials including Rosso Antico, alabaster, and coloured breccias, creating a refined interplay of colour and texture. An expression of the antiquarian taste of the early eighteenth century, the plaque reflects the enduring fascination that classical Rome exerted on European collectors.