Ancient Roman, Empire Eagle figure on a stand made of bronze, votive offering full bronze animal eagle figure ancient Figure - 6.8 cm
For sale is a beautiful Roman
Alder figure made of bronze from the Roman Empire.
Age: approx. 1st - 3rd century AD.
Size: total height 6. 8 cm and width 3. 1 cm
Condition/Form: Very good condition
This ancient Roman bronze eagle figurine is a remarkable artifact that reflects the cultural and symbolic significance of the eagle in the Roman Empire. The figurine is believed to date from the 1st to 3rd century AD and displays exquisite craftsmanship and impressive attention to detail.
The figure of an eagle is depicted in a majestic position, sitting and looking proudly forward. The head is richly detailed and the wings have a majestic design.
The bronze is very well preserved and has a warm patina with weathering marks, which gives the piece a timeless elegance. The delicate decoration and the careful execution of the details make it a unique piece. The figure was possibly used as a votive offering to ask for veneration or protection or as a thank you for favors received.
The eagle was a symbol of great importance in the Roman Empire and was often associated with strength, power and protection. As such, this figure may have served not only as a decorative object, but also as an expression of its owners' religious or political beliefs.
Overall, this beautifully crafted bronze figure of an eagle is not only a fascinating testament to Roman craftsmanship, but also a captivating relic from a time marked by cultural flourishing and political importance.
Origin: From a more than 30 year old antique collection W. S. ,
from a collection's estate from a collection's estate, acquired on the German art market.
Protection of cultural assets:
All artifacts we offer come from a private old collection.
The acquisition and export of the artifacts were not subject to any legal regulations at the time.
This also applies to finds from German federal states - where sales are still legal today.
Ownership is therefore legal – all legal regulations are adhered to.
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For sale is a beautiful Roman
Alder figure made of bronze from the Roman Empire.
Age: approx. 1st - 3rd century AD.
Size: total height 6. 8 cm and width 3. 1 cm
Condition/Form: Very good condition
This ancient Roman bronze eagle figurine is a remarkable artifact that reflects the cultural and symbolic significance of the eagle in the Roman Empire. The figurine is believed to date from the 1st to 3rd century AD and displays exquisite craftsmanship and impressive attention to detail.
The figure of an eagle is depicted in a majestic position, sitting and looking proudly forward. The head is richly detailed and the wings have a majestic design.
The bronze is very well preserved and has a warm patina with weathering marks, which gives the piece a timeless elegance. The delicate decoration and the careful execution of the details make it a unique piece. The figure was possibly used as a votive offering to ask for veneration or protection or as a thank you for favors received.
The eagle was a symbol of great importance in the Roman Empire and was often associated with strength, power and protection. As such, this figure may have served not only as a decorative object, but also as an expression of its owners' religious or political beliefs.
Overall, this beautifully crafted bronze figure of an eagle is not only a fascinating testament to Roman craftsmanship, but also a captivating relic from a time marked by cultural flourishing and political importance.
Origin: From a more than 30 year old antique collection W. S. ,
from a collection's estate from a collection's estate, acquired on the German art market.
Protection of cultural assets:
All artifacts we offer come from a private old collection.
The acquisition and export of the artifacts were not subject to any legal regulations at the time.
This also applies to finds from German federal states - where sales are still legal today.
Ownership is therefore legal – all legal regulations are adhered to.
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