Ancient Roman Rein guidance - 7.5 cm
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Roman bronze bridle fitting (Zügelführung) with openwork ornamental decoration, ca. 7.5 cm high, dating to the Roman Imperial era (ca. 2nd century), in antique preserved condition with green patina, acquired from a private collection in Germany in 2008.
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Roman bronze bridle fitting – pierced decorative element with ornamental decoration
Dating: Imperial Roman period
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: approx. 7.5 cm
Condition: Ancient preservation state with characteristic green patina
Description
Attractive Roman bronze bridle fitting with artfully designed, pierced ornamental decoration. The piece impresses with its symmetrically arranged, sinuous tendril motifs, decorative circular elements, and the distinctive, globular crown.
The delicately worked form and the carefully executed decorative elements give this piece a special aesthetic impact. The greenish patina with sometimes visible brownish corrosion traces underscores the ancient character and the long history of the object.
Bridle fittings and comparable fittings were part of horse tack equipment and could serve both functional and decorative purposes. The present piece is an interesting example of metalworking and ornamental design in Roman equestrian gear.
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Condition
The object is in ancient preservation condition. The surface shows a grown patina as well as age-related corrosion traces. These features lend the piece its authentic historical character. Please note the attached photos as part of the condition description.
A decorative and collectible object for lovers of Roman bronzes, antique militaria, and historical horse equipment.
Shipping only within the European Union.
Roman bronze bridle fitting – pierced decorative element with ornamental decoration
Dating: Imperial Roman period
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: approx. 7.5 cm
Condition: Ancient preservation state with characteristic green patina
Description
Attractive Roman bronze bridle fitting with artfully designed, pierced ornamental decoration. The piece impresses with its symmetrically arranged, sinuous tendril motifs, decorative circular elements, and the distinctive, globular crown.
The delicately worked form and the carefully executed decorative elements give this piece a special aesthetic impact. The greenish patina with sometimes visible brownish corrosion traces underscores the ancient character and the long history of the object.
Bridle fittings and comparable fittings were part of horse tack equipment and could serve both functional and decorative purposes. The present piece is an interesting example of metalworking and ornamental design in Roman equestrian gear.
Details at a glance
Condition
The object is in ancient preservation condition. The surface shows a grown patina as well as age-related corrosion traces. These features lend the piece its authentic historical character. Please note the attached photos as part of the condition description.
A decorative and collectible object for lovers of Roman bronzes, antique militaria, and historical horse equipment.
Shipping only within the European Union.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
Ca 2. Jh.
Name of object
Rein guidance
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2008
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Fair
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
7.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1984
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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