Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Seated dog figure - 27 cm
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze seated dog figure from Roman Antiquity, dating to the 1st–3rd centuries CE, measuring 27 cm high, 47 cm wide and 10 cm deep, in excellent condition, authentic/original.
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ZOOFORM FIGURE OF A DOG RECLINING IN BRONZE – ROMAN
Stylistic attribution: Roman era, 1st–3rd centuries CE.
Interesting small bronze zoomorphic sculpture depicting a dog in a repose position, with an elongated body, an upright head, and the characteristic tail raised and curled over the hindquarters.
The figure stands out for its expressive interpretation of the animal, with a pronounced snout, marked ears, and gathered limbs, within a compact and balanced composition.
The representation of the dog occupied a prominent place in the Roman world, both in the domestic sphere and in symbolism, associated with fidelity, vigilance, and the protection of the home.
Conservation: it shows a notable dark green patina with earth deposits and superficial concretions, which give great visual character to the whole. The main anatomical elements and its distinctive silhouette are preserved.
An attractive small-format piece, especially interesting for collectors of ancient bronzes, zoomorphic sculpture, and classical antiquities.
Material: cast bronze.
Proposed dating: 1st–3rd centuries CE, by stylistic comparison.
ZOOFORM FIGURE OF A DOG RECLINING IN BRONZE – ROMAN
Stylistic attribution: Roman era, 1st–3rd centuries CE.
Interesting small bronze zoomorphic sculpture depicting a dog in a repose position, with an elongated body, an upright head, and the characteristic tail raised and curled over the hindquarters.
The figure stands out for its expressive interpretation of the animal, with a pronounced snout, marked ears, and gathered limbs, within a compact and balanced composition.
The representation of the dog occupied a prominent place in the Roman world, both in the domestic sphere and in symbolism, associated with fidelity, vigilance, and the protection of the home.
Conservation: it shows a notable dark green patina with earth deposits and superficial concretions, which give great visual character to the whole. The main anatomical elements and its distinctive silhouette are preserved.
An attractive small-format piece, especially interesting for collectors of ancient bronzes, zoomorphic sculpture, and classical antiquities.
Material: cast bronze.
Proposed dating: 1st–3rd centuries CE, by stylistic comparison.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
S. I-III
Name of object
Seated dog figure
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1960
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
27 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1900
Width
47 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
10 cm
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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