Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Zoomorphic pendant with a stylized ram's head and spiral horns. - 65 mm (No reserve price)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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This 65 × 50 × 1 mm bronze pendant from the Roman Empire, dated to the 2nd century AD, depicts a stylised ram’s head with spiral horns.
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Bronze zoomorphic pendant with a stylized ram head and spiral horns
Culture: Ancient, with pre-Roman or Roman tradition.
Chronology: 2nd century AD.
Material: Bronze.
Measurements: 65 × 50 × 1 mm.
A singular and attractive ornamental bronze pendant, made from a fine metal sheet and decorated with an expressive zoomorphic representation, possibly identifiable with a stylized ram’s head.
The piece features a broad upper area with a rounded outline, beneath which two large, perfectly defined spiral motifs stand out, interpretable as the powerful curled horns of the animal.
The composition extends toward a distinctive triangular snout, accompanied by two lateral curved elements that reinforce the expressiveness of the representation. Small dotted circular motifs enrich the details of the design.
At its top it preserves a suspension ring, suggesting its use as an ornamental pendant or possible amulet.
The ram occupied a prominent place in many ancient cultures, associated with concepts of strength, fertility, and protection, and was frequently represented in small ornamental and symbolic objects.
Its particularly attractive archaeological patina stands out, with olive green, dark brown tones and earthy deposits, which enhance the incised lines and the singular geometry of the composition.
Condition: Good visual integrity, with the upper ring preserved and the decoration clearly recognizable. It shows surface wear, oxidations, and earthy concretions on the reverse.
A suggestive piece of ancient metalwork, especially interesting for its extraordinary geometric stylization, its zoomorphic iconography, and the expressive force of its design.
Bronze zoomorphic pendant with a stylized ram head and spiral horns
Culture: Ancient, with pre-Roman or Roman tradition.
Chronology: 2nd century AD.
Material: Bronze.
Measurements: 65 × 50 × 1 mm.
A singular and attractive ornamental bronze pendant, made from a fine metal sheet and decorated with an expressive zoomorphic representation, possibly identifiable with a stylized ram’s head.
The piece features a broad upper area with a rounded outline, beneath which two large, perfectly defined spiral motifs stand out, interpretable as the powerful curled horns of the animal.
The composition extends toward a distinctive triangular snout, accompanied by two lateral curved elements that reinforce the expressiveness of the representation. Small dotted circular motifs enrich the details of the design.
At its top it preserves a suspension ring, suggesting its use as an ornamental pendant or possible amulet.
The ram occupied a prominent place in many ancient cultures, associated with concepts of strength, fertility, and protection, and was frequently represented in small ornamental and symbolic objects.
Its particularly attractive archaeological patina stands out, with olive green, dark brown tones and earthy deposits, which enhance the incised lines and the singular geometry of the composition.
Condition: Good visual integrity, with the upper ring preserved and the decoration clearly recognizable. It shows surface wear, oxidations, and earthy concretions on the reverse.
A suggestive piece of ancient metalwork, especially interesting for its extraordinary geometric stylization, its zoomorphic iconography, and the expressive force of its design.
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Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
S II DC
Name of object
Zoomorphic pendant with a stylized ram's head and spiral horns.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
65 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
50 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
1 mm
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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