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Fayum portrait refers to a group of encaustic paintings on wood panels, primarily from the Roman province of Egypt, dating from the 1st to the 3rd centuries AD. These portraits, often found as part of mummy portraits, were a unique blend of Roman and Egyptian artistic traditions. They are characterized by their realistic depictions of individuals, with lifelike features and expressive gazes. The Fayum portraits provide valuable insights into the appearance and cultural practices of the people who lived in Roman Egypt.
Born
c.50
Birth place
Egypt
Died
c.250
Death place
Egypt