Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Figure - 7 cm
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Description from the seller
Roman Bronze Statuette of Hermes, Roman Empire, 1st–3rd Century AD
A finely cast Roman bronze statuette depicting Hermes, the messenger god of the Roman pantheon, shown standing nude in a relaxed contrapposto pose and identifiable by the remnants of his winged attributes and the characteristic symbolism associated with travel, commerce, communication, and good fortune. Small bronzes of Hermes were popular throughout the Roman Empire and were placed in domestic shrines, villas, and commercial spaces as protective and auspicious figures. The sculpture displays pleasing classical proportions, well-defined anatomical modelling, and an attractive ancient green-brown patina that enhances its archaeological character, making it an appealing example of Roman devotional and decorative bronze work.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 7 cm height
Provenance: Acquired in the Netherlands. Formerly in a Belgian private collection assembled during the 2000s.
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Roman Bronze Statuette of Hermes, Roman Empire, 1st–3rd Century AD
A finely cast Roman bronze statuette depicting Hermes, the messenger god of the Roman pantheon, shown standing nude in a relaxed contrapposto pose and identifiable by the remnants of his winged attributes and the characteristic symbolism associated with travel, commerce, communication, and good fortune. Small bronzes of Hermes were popular throughout the Roman Empire and were placed in domestic shrines, villas, and commercial spaces as protective and auspicious figures. The sculpture displays pleasing classical proportions, well-defined anatomical modelling, and an attractive ancient green-brown patina that enhances its archaeological character, making it an appealing example of Roman devotional and decorative bronze work.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 7 cm height
Provenance: Acquired in the Netherlands. Formerly in a Belgian private collection assembled during the 2000s.
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
Netherlands
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Height
7 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Width
3 cm
Depth
1.8 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.
