Ancient Roman Bronze Plaque with Erotic Scene
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Ancient Roman bronze plaque with an erotic relief scene, circa 3rd century AD, 5.1 cm by 3.1 cm, with a triangular suspension lug, in good condition and authentic, acquired in 2026 from the United Kingdom from a private collection.
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Description from the seller
A fine Ancient Roman bronze plaque with an erotic scene in relief. The plaque features a thin rectangular shape with a triangular lug to the top, pierced for suspension. The obverse shows a low relief of an erotic, orgiastic scene. The details of the scene are hard to distinguish due to patination and wear. Obverse is flat and unadorned. Rust and patination throughout.
Erotic scenes were an exceedingly popular depiction, making up the largest repertoire. Most scenes are heterosexual in nature, but some lamps also depict homosexual interaction and scenarios between dwarf entertainers and women.
Measurements: L 5.1cm x W 3.1cm
Provenance: From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A fine Ancient Roman bronze plaque with an erotic scene in relief. The plaque features a thin rectangular shape with a triangular lug to the top, pierced for suspension. The obverse shows a low relief of an erotic, orgiastic scene. The details of the scene are hard to distinguish due to patination and wear. Obverse is flat and unadorned. Rust and patination throughout.
Erotic scenes were an exceedingly popular depiction, making up the largest repertoire. Most scenes are heterosexual in nature, but some lamps also depict homosexual interaction and scenarios between dwarf entertainers and women.
Measurements: L 5.1cm x W 3.1cm
Provenance: From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
Circa 3rd century AD
Name of object
Plaque with Erotic Scene
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
