Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze Bronze decorative plaque with a zoomorphic mask — 2nd–3rd centuries CE. - 52 mm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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A 2nd-century Roman Imperial bronze ornamental mount with a zoomorphic mask.
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Bronze pendant with double fish motif – Ancient zoomorphic art
Distinctive cast bronze ornamental pendant, decorated with two stylized fish arranged symmetrically, their heads facing outward and joined by a sturdy circular suspension loop.
The piece stands out for its elegant composition and carefully rendered anatomical details, especially the large incised eyes, prominent snouts, and engraved lines defining the features of both animals.
The depiction of fish is a long-standing motif in ancient Mediterranean art, associated with the aquatic world, abundance, and fertility.
The bronze retains an attractive dark green and brown patina, with oxidation deposits and earthy residues that accentuate the relief of the figures.
An interesting example of zoomorphic metalwork, with notable decorative quality and considerable appeal to collectors of small ancient bronzes.
Material: Cast bronze.
Decoration: Two symmetrically depicted fish.
Condition: Surface patina with oxidation deposits.
Bronze pendant with double fish motif – Ancient zoomorphic art
Distinctive cast bronze ornamental pendant, decorated with two stylized fish arranged symmetrically, their heads facing outward and joined by a sturdy circular suspension loop.
The piece stands out for its elegant composition and carefully rendered anatomical details, especially the large incised eyes, prominent snouts, and engraved lines defining the features of both animals.
The depiction of fish is a long-standing motif in ancient Mediterranean art, associated with the aquatic world, abundance, and fertility.
The bronze retains an attractive dark green and brown patina, with oxidation deposits and earthy residues that accentuate the relief of the figures.
An interesting example of zoomorphic metalwork, with notable decorative quality and considerable appeal to collectors of small ancient bronzes.
Material: Cast bronze.
Decoration: Two symmetrically depicted fish.
Condition: Surface patina with oxidation deposits.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
S.II
Name of object
Bronze decorative plaque with a zoomorphic mask — 2nd–3rd centuries CE.
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1970
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
52 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
42 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
12 mm
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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