Hadrian In Military Garb

Statue of the Roman emperor Hadrian (A.D. 117–138) found at Perge.  Second century A.D.

The larger than life size marble statue depicts Hadrian in military garb including a leather molded chest covering (cuirass), a military cloak (paludamentum) draped over his shoulder and arm, a special belt (cingulum), a knee length garment (tunic), sandals, etc.  His head is crowned with a tall wreath of oak leaves.