Roman Leaded Bronze Phallic Pendants (4)

**Originally Listed At $400**

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A interesting group of 4 leaded-bronze fertility amulets depicting phalluses. The first is a triple phallus with two pointing in opposite directions, and a third, smaller phallus presented on the front center with a suspension loop below. Next is a long, thin phallus with testicles at one end and a suspension ring below. The last two are stockier with fragmentary tabs where they once had suspension loops. Size of triple phallus: 1.75" L x 0.8" W (4.4 cm x 2 cm)

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Daryl P. Gruber Kulok collection, New York, New York, USA, acquired in the 2000s; ex-Art for Eternity, New York, New York, USA

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#163894
Condition Report: Softening of details to all. Loss to suspension ring on two. Other two are intact. Rich green and russet patina on all.