Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Bust of a Youthful Male Figure - 5.4 cm
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Bronze bust from the Antigua Roma, Imperio period depicting a youthful male figure, 5.4 cm high, 138.95 g, dating to the 1st–3rd century AD, in good condition with a green patina, originally acquired in France from a private collection and now legally authenticated with a digital CoA.
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Roman Empire Bronze Bust of a Youthful Male – 1st to 3rd Century AD
A cast bronze bust of a youthful male with large almond-shaped eyes, a prominent straight nose and softly modelled lips. A close-fitting cap or helmet is marked with incised bands above the forehead. The elongated neck rises from a circular flange with a mounting lug, suggesting that the bust once formed part of a larger fitting or decorative object. Its exact identity and original use remain uncertain. The bronze retains a green patina with areas of mineral encrustation and surface wear.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.4 cm high
Weight: 138.95 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. From a French private collection assembled during the 1990s.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law
Roman Empire Bronze Bust of a Youthful Male – 1st to 3rd Century AD
A cast bronze bust of a youthful male with large almond-shaped eyes, a prominent straight nose and softly modelled lips. A close-fitting cap or helmet is marked with incised bands above the forehead. The elongated neck rises from a circular flange with a mounting lug, suggesting that the bust once formed part of a larger fitting or decorative object. Its exact identity and original use remain uncertain. The bronze retains a green patina with areas of mineral encrustation and surface wear.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.4 cm high
Weight: 138.95 g
Provenance: Acquired in France. From a French private collection assembled during the 1990s.
We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st to 3rd Century AD
Name of object
Bust of a Youthful Male Figure
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
5.4 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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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