Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Eagle Statuette - 5.1 cm
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Roman Empire bronze eagle statuette dating to the 1st–3rd century AD, 5.1 × 2.8 × 3.7 cm and 67.65 g, with a green patina, from a Dutch private collection, authentic and in good condition.
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Roman Empire Bronze Eagle Statuette – 1st to 3rd Century AD
A finely cast bronze eagle depicted standing atop a naturalistic base, its wings folded against the body and its head turned slightly to one side in a vigilant pose. The eagle was among the most powerful symbols of the Roman Empire, closely associated with Jupiter, imperial authority, and the military standards carried by the Roman legions. Small bronze representations such as this were often used as decorative, devotional, or symbolic objects within domestic and military contexts. The piece displays an attractive green patina developed over centuries, with well-preserved details visible throughout the body, wings, and base. The compact composition and strong silhouette make it an appealing example of Roman bronze craftsmanship, preserving the enduring iconography of the imperial eagle.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.1 × 2.8 × 3.7 cm
Weight: 67.65 g
Provenance: Dutch private collection, acquired in the Netherlands in the early 2000s.
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Roman Empire Bronze Eagle Statuette – 1st to 3rd Century AD
A finely cast bronze eagle depicted standing atop a naturalistic base, its wings folded against the body and its head turned slightly to one side in a vigilant pose. The eagle was among the most powerful symbols of the Roman Empire, closely associated with Jupiter, imperial authority, and the military standards carried by the Roman legions. Small bronze representations such as this were often used as decorative, devotional, or symbolic objects within domestic and military contexts. The piece displays an attractive green patina developed over centuries, with well-preserved details visible throughout the body, wings, and base. The compact composition and strong silhouette make it an appealing example of Roman bronze craftsmanship, preserving the enduring iconography of the imperial eagle.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 5.1 × 2.8 × 3.7 cm
Weight: 67.65 g
Provenance: Dutch private collection, acquired in the Netherlands in the early 2000s.
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
Eagle Statuette
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
5.1 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Width
2.8 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
Depth
3.7 cm
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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