Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Figure - 6.3 cm
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Roman bronze anthropomorphic appliqué dating to the 2nd–4th century AD, depicting a stylised face in high relief with an integral attachment for mounting on leather goods or ceremonial items, in acceptable worn condition with possible minor missing parts; dimensions 6.3 × 4.2 × 1.7 cm, weight 67.9 g.
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Roman Bronze Anthropomorphic Appliqué – 2nd to 4th Century AD
A finely cast Roman bronze anthropomorphic appliqué depicting a stylized human face rendered in high relief within a rounded medallion. The facial features are boldly modelled, with prominent brows, almond-shaped eyes, a broad nose and softly defined lips, characteristic of provincial Roman metalwork. An integral attachment element projects from the upper edge, while the plain reverse indicates the object was intended as a decorative mount for leather goods, wooden furniture, chests or ceremonial equipment. Such bronze appliqués served both ornamental and symbolic functions throughout the Roman Empire. The piece exhibits an attractive dark green to black patina together with minor mineral encrustations and surface wear consistent with considerable age.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 6.3 × 4.2 × 1.7 cm
Weight: 67.9 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. From a German private collection assembled during the 1980s.
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Roman Bronze Anthropomorphic Appliqué – 2nd to 4th Century AD
A finely cast Roman bronze anthropomorphic appliqué depicting a stylized human face rendered in high relief within a rounded medallion. The facial features are boldly modelled, with prominent brows, almond-shaped eyes, a broad nose and softly defined lips, characteristic of provincial Roman metalwork. An integral attachment element projects from the upper edge, while the plain reverse indicates the object was intended as a decorative mount for leather goods, wooden furniture, chests or ceremonial equipment. Such bronze appliqués served both ornamental and symbolic functions throughout the Roman Empire. The piece exhibits an attractive dark green to black patina together with minor mineral encrustations and surface wear consistent with considerable age.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 6.3 × 4.2 × 1.7 cm
Weight: 67.9 g
Provenance: Acquired in Germany. From a German private collection assembled during the 1980s.
All items come with a CoA sent to your email address.
Details
Era
Before 1400
Weight
67.9 g
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
2nd to 4th 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
2000
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Height
6.3 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Width
4.2 cm
Depth
1.7 cm
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