Roman Leaded Bronze Chariot Loops + Fittings (pr)

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A pair of cast leaded-bronze chariot loops with bell-shaped fittings that attached to protruding rods in front of a chariot body. The top of each fitting has an integral semicircular housing with a circular loop fed through the gap that was meant to hold either reins or a rope for the rider to grasp and maintain their balance. The exterior surfaces of the fittings are embellished with slender, wheel-cut striations that create a layered effect, and both fittings and loops are covered in fine patina. Size of each (both are relatively similar): 2.8" W x 2.3" H (7.1 cm x 5.8 cm); 3.7" H (9.4 cm) with loop fully extended.

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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Condition Report: Both pieces have minor abrasions, nicks to lower peripheries and suspension loops, and thick encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Great patina and earthen deposits throughout.