Roman Figural Patera Handle
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze flat-section patera handle with crescent attachment flange and rivets, openwork La Tène foliage and ring to the finial; high-relief design with advancing nude winged figure (putto?) above a perching bird of prey. 148 grams, 14.7cm (5 3/4"). Property of a retired English university professor; previously the property of a Hampshire gentleman; acquired before 1990.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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1st-2nd century AD. A bronze flat-section patera handle with crescent attachment flange and rivets, openwork La Tène foliage and ring to the finial; high-relief design with advancing nude winged figure (putto?) above a perching bird of prey. 148 grams, 14.7cm (5 3/4"). Property of a retired English university professor; previously the property of a Hampshire gentleman; acquired before 1990.
Condition Report: Fine condition.