Roman sculptors, such as the artist of the Augustus of Primaporta, liked to leave their figures unpainted so that viewers could appreciate the natural color of the material.

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Roman sculptors actually painted their sculptures to make them look more lifelike. However, over time, the paint has worn off and many sculptures, like the Augustus of Primaporta, are now monochromatic.

Roman Sculptors, Such as the Artist of the Augustus of Primaporta