Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD. - 24 mm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Roman disc fibula with concentric decoration dating to the 2nd–3rd centuries AD, in good condition and acquired in 1960 from a gallery/antique dealer in Spain, authenticated as original.
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Roman bronze discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries CE.
Culture: Roman.
Epoch: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries CE.
Material: Bronze.
Auction description:
Elegant Roman bronze discoidal fibula, belonging to the tradition of small personal adornments used during the Roman Empire to fasten cloaks and other garments.
It features an attractive circular design, topped by a small central relief button, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring. The exterior area incorporates various radially arranged recessed geometric fields, which provide balance and ornamental richness to the composition.
This type of fibulae constitutes an interesting manifestation of Roman metalwork, in which craftsmen combined functionality and decoration through elegantly geometric shapes.
The piece retains a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that enhance the reliefs and add notable aesthetic appeal.
Condition: Good preservation of the ornamental disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and attractive ancient patina.
Roman bronze discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries CE.
Culture: Roman.
Epoch: Roman Empire, 2nd–3rd centuries CE.
Material: Bronze.
Auction description:
Elegant Roman bronze discoidal fibula, belonging to the tradition of small personal adornments used during the Roman Empire to fasten cloaks and other garments.
It features an attractive circular design, topped by a small central relief button, surrounded by a well-defined concentric ring. The exterior area incorporates various radially arranged recessed geometric fields, which provide balance and ornamental richness to the composition.
This type of fibulae constitutes an interesting manifestation of Roman metalwork, in which craftsmen combined functionality and decoration through elegantly geometric shapes.
The piece retains a beautiful green archaeological patina, with turquoise, ochre tones and mineral deposits that enhance the reliefs and add notable aesthetic appeal.
Condition: Good preservation of the ornamental disk, with visible concentric decoration, surface wear, and attractive ancient patina.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
1st - 3rd Century A.D
Name of object
Discoidal fibula with concentric decoration – 2nd–3rd centuries AD.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
24 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
24 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
12 mm
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.
