MATCHED PAIR OF HELLENISTIC GOLD EARRINGS WITH MALE HEADS

Ca. 300 - 100 BC. A matched pair of gold earrings formed from twisted hoops terminating in cast male heads. Each head is rendered with large recessed eyes, a straight nose and a closed mouth, with the hair arranged in rows of compact curls. A twisted wire collar encircles the base of each neck, and the tapering hoop ends pass through suspension loops above. For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 1917,0601.1690. Size: 23-25mm x 12-19mm; Weight: 13.8g Provenance: Private London collection of an art professional; acquired on the UK and European art markets between 1980s to early 2000s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.