Roman Animal and Figure Collection
3rd century AD and earlier. A mixed group of bronze items comprising: an eagle finial; a small figurine of a reclining dog(?); a wolf's head mount with incised detailing; a ram's head pendant with suspension loop above; a pendant depicting Harpocrates making the typical gesture of silence, suspension loop to the rear. 67.9 grams total, 29-41mm (1 - 1 1/2"). Ex an important Dutch collection; acquired on the European art market in the 1970s. [5]
Condition Report: Fair condition.
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3rd century AD and earlier. A mixed group of bronze items comprising: an eagle finial; a small figurine of a reclining dog(?); a wolf's head mount with incised detailing; a ram's head pendant with suspension loop above; a pendant depicting Harpocrates making the typical gesture of silence, suspension loop to the rear. 67.9 grams total, 29-41mm (1 - 1 1/2"). Ex an important Dutch collection; acquired on the European art market in the 1970s. [5]
Condition Report: Fair condition.