Ancient Roman - Bronze bust of a young woman – 1st/2nd century AD
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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An ancient Roman bronze bust of a young woman, dating from the 1st or 2nd century AD, is mounted on a wooden support.
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Description from the seller
Elegant Roman bronze sculpture.
Bust of a young woman on a base.
Her hair is swept back, leaving her forehead uncovered.
The facial features are finely modeled, and her gaze is expressive.
This bust adorned a larger object, probably a piece of furniture or a chariot.
Roman period, 1st–3rd century AD.
Height 6.4 cm - width 3.3 cm
Very well preserved - no restoration
Mounted on an elegant wooden stand (stand dimensions: 16cm x 8 cm)
Provenance information: Germany, P.F.Z. Gallery
Previous provenance history, private archaeology collection
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell / export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days
All the seller’s items are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateElegant Roman bronze sculpture.
Bust of a young woman on a base.
Her hair is swept back, leaving her forehead uncovered.
The facial features are finely modeled, and her gaze is expressive.
This bust adorned a larger object, probably a piece of furniture or a chariot.
Roman period, 1st–3rd century AD.
Height 6.4 cm - width 3.3 cm
Very well preserved - no restoration
Mounted on an elegant wooden stand (stand dimensions: 16cm x 8 cm)
Provenance information: Germany, P.F.Z. Gallery
Previous provenance history, private archaeology collection
The seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally; the provenance declaration has been reviewed by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell / export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Cultural object passport)
The seller will inform the buyer of its status if this takes more than a few days
All the seller’s items are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1er/2ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Bronze bust of a young woman – 1st/2nd century AD
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
