Ancient Roman Bronze Sword hilt with a lion-head pommel - 8.5 cm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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This 8.5 cm bronze sword hilt with a lion-head pommel is from the Roman Empire and dates from the 1st century BC to the 3rd century AD.
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Ancient Roman Bronze Lion-Head Sword Hilt Fragment – 8.5 cm – 1st Century BC to 3rd Century AD
Description
An unusual and impressive fragment of an ancient Roman bronze object, probably belonging to a sword hilt, featuring a finely modelled lion’s head.
The decorative bronze element depicts a striking lion’s head with distinctive facial features, prominent eyes and a carefully sculpted mane. The three-dimensional workmanship and expressive design give this artefact a remarkable appearance.
The fragment probably formed part of a decorative sword hilt, possibly belonging to a ceremonial or prestigious weapon. Lion imagery was widespread in Roman art and iconography, symbolising strength, power and courage.
Details:
* Culture: Roman Empire
* Object: Probably a fragment of a sword hilt
* Depiction: Lion’s head
* Material: Bronze
* Size: Approx. 8.5 cm
* Dating: 1st century BC – 3rd century AD
* Condition: Ancient condition with characteristic aged patina and signs of wear consistent with its age.
Special Features
Particularly interesting are the three-dimensional representation of the lion’s head and the still-visible surface details of the ancient bronze. The natural patina and traces of its long history give this object an authentic and individual character.
An attractive and unusual collector’s item for enthusiasts of Roman military history, ancient bronze artefacts and Roman antiquities.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and document the actual condition of the object.
Shipping: No shipping outside the European Union (EU).
Ancient Roman Bronze Lion-Head Sword Hilt Fragment – 8.5 cm – 1st Century BC to 3rd Century AD
Description
An unusual and impressive fragment of an ancient Roman bronze object, probably belonging to a sword hilt, featuring a finely modelled lion’s head.
The decorative bronze element depicts a striking lion’s head with distinctive facial features, prominent eyes and a carefully sculpted mane. The three-dimensional workmanship and expressive design give this artefact a remarkable appearance.
The fragment probably formed part of a decorative sword hilt, possibly belonging to a ceremonial or prestigious weapon. Lion imagery was widespread in Roman art and iconography, symbolising strength, power and courage.
Details:
* Culture: Roman Empire
* Object: Probably a fragment of a sword hilt
* Depiction: Lion’s head
* Material: Bronze
* Size: Approx. 8.5 cm
* Dating: 1st century BC – 3rd century AD
* Condition: Ancient condition with characteristic aged patina and signs of wear consistent with its age.
Special Features
Particularly interesting are the three-dimensional representation of the lion’s head and the still-visible surface details of the ancient bronze. The natural patina and traces of its long history give this object an authentic and individual character.
An attractive and unusual collector’s item for enthusiasts of Roman military history, ancient bronze artefacts and Roman antiquities.
Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and document the actual condition of the object.
Shipping: No shipping outside the European Union (EU).
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/timeframe
1. Century BC - 3. Century AD
Name of object
Sword hilt with a lion-head pommel
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2009
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
8.5 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1984
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.
