Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Figure - 3.4 cm
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Roman bronze eagle figurine of the 1st–3rd century AD, standing 3.4 cm high with a green patina and detailed stylised feathers, acquired in Germany from a private collection in the 1980s and supplied with a CoA.
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A Roman Bronze Eagle Figurine, 1st to 3rd Century A.D.
Charming and well-detailed small Roman bronze figurine of an eagle measuring 3.4 cm in height. The bird is depicted in a standing pose with a strong, hooked beak and stylized feathers, characteristic of Roman artistic representation. It displays a beautiful green patina with areas of darker and lighter tones, typical of excavated ancient bronzes.
The eagle was one of the most important symbols in Roman culture, representing Jupiter (the king of the gods), imperial power, and the legions of Rome. Small bronze figurines like this were used as votive offerings, amulets, or decorative elements in domestic shrines.
Material: Bronze
Height: 3.4 cm
Provenance:
Acquired in Germany from a German private collection, formed in the 1980s.
All items come with CoA
A Roman Bronze Eagle Figurine, 1st to 3rd Century A.D.
Charming and well-detailed small Roman bronze figurine of an eagle measuring 3.4 cm in height. The bird is depicted in a standing pose with a strong, hooked beak and stylized feathers, characteristic of Roman artistic representation. It displays a beautiful green patina with areas of darker and lighter tones, typical of excavated ancient bronzes.
The eagle was one of the most important symbols in Roman culture, representing Jupiter (the king of the gods), imperial power, and the legions of Rome. Small bronze figurines like this were used as votive offerings, amulets, or decorative elements in domestic shrines.
Material: Bronze
Height: 3.4 cm
Provenance:
Acquired in Germany from a German private collection, formed in the 1980s.
All items come with CoA
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st to 3rd Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Country of origin
Unknown
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Height
3.4 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Width
1.3 cm
Depth
3.1 cm
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
