Roman Figural Vessel Handle
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze vessel handle with arching body, a leaf-shaped escutcheon plate at the base with a high-relief image of a winged putto, a loose robe over his right shoulder, a wine jug supported on his right shoulder, left hand extended. 139 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). Property of a Dutch gentleman; formerly in an old collection formed in the 1970s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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1st-2nd century AD. A bronze vessel handle with arching body, a leaf-shaped escutcheon plate at the base with a high-relief image of a winged putto, a loose robe over his right shoulder, a wine jug supported on his right shoulder, left hand extended. 139 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). Property of a Dutch gentleman; formerly in an old collection formed in the 1970s.
Condition Report: Fine condition.