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"The piece, of great historical value, appreciates the importance of this archaeological site that enriches the cultural and tourism in Yecla", as explained by the Mayor of the city, Marcos Ortuño
In the work of archaeological excavations have been conducted in the last quarter of 2014, at the Roman site of Torrejones, has found a white marble bust, I identified with the emperor Hadrian, dated AD 135 AD
The finding was presented at the Archaeological Museum of Murcia, with the assistance of the Minister of Education, Culture and Universities, Pedro Antonio Sánchez, and the Mayor of Yecla, Marcos Ortuño, accompanied by the director of the Municipal Archaeological Museum, Liborio Ruiz.
"The piece, of great historical value, appreciates the importance of this archaeological site, where the City of Yecla has promoted archaeological campaigns continued in recent years. The bust, which will soon be incorporated into Cayetano Archaeological Museum Mergelina of Yecla enriches the importance of this museum and completes the cultural and tourist city "
The director of the Archaeological Museum of Yecla, and director of the excavations, Liborio Ruiz, explained that the piece has "an excellent state of preservation, 52 cm. High by 25 cm. Maximum width and 28 cm. Of depth. It corresponds to a male bust on a square base section. Keeps head slightly skewed to the left, with bearded face and curly hair, acquiring the forehead area one aspect of aura ".
On the other hand, has indicated that we can find a similar bust of Emperor Hadrian, in the Palazzo Massimo alle Terme Rome at Palazzo dei Conservatori in Rome on degli Uffizi Gallery of Florence in the Brtitish Museum of London and the Israel Museum in Jerusalem.
In Spain, is found in the Museo del Prado, in the Archaeological Museum of León, but the closest is located in the Archaeological Museum of Seville.
Liborio Ruiz explained that "the piece, was found next to a building large, associated with the use of water. Next to the bust, has also found a small female head of white marble, in good condition, with many pieces marble fragmented. "
The director of excavations indicated that the piece "could have a cultural function of a public nature, related to the cult of the emperor. Another possibility would because the owner of the Roman town of Los Torrejones and his family had belonged or was related to the circle of persons or families coming to the emperor Hadrian. "
In any case, believes the finding opens up new prospects in the investigation, which would require a restatement of the interpretations that have been given to this archaeological site in the last 30 years.
The Mayor of Yecla, has reviewed this finding, which confirms "the commitment of the City of Yecla our archaeological heritage, promoting continuing excavations in this archaeological site. Moreover necessary to continue this work and propose short and medium term enhancement of the archaeological site, for what it is expected to have custody of the Directorate General of Cultural Assets, incorporating other institutions related to archaeological research and cultural management ".
Presentation and open houses in Yecla
Yecla Mayor explained that on Sunday February 8, at 12 am, in the Hall of the Municipal House of Culture in Yecla, will carry out a presentation of this archaeological piece.
Beginning Monday, February 9th until March 15 will be open, in open day, with free access at the Archaeological "Cayetano Mergelina" Museo Municipal de Yecla, which subsequently will be located permanently in the room dedicated the site of the Villa Romana of Torrejones.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Yecla
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