Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze statue - 63 mm
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Description from the seller
Rare Roman Bronze Statuette of Eros – The Winged God of Love.
Civilization: Roman Empire
Period: 2nd–3rd Century AD
Material: Bronze
Weight: 141.78 g
Dimensions: Height: 63 mm; Width: 30 mm
Condition: Excellent.
A remarkable bronze statuette depicting Eros, the winged god of love in Greek and Roman mythology, seated with prominent wings extending from his back. The figure features finely rendered details in the modelling of the body and hair.
Eros is depicted holding a long, slender object raised towards his mouth, possibly a wind instrument or trumpet, giving the statuette a distinctive artistic and expressive character.
Eros was one of the most popular mythological figures in Roman art, frequently portrayed as a winged youth. His image appeared in numerous bronze sculptures and decorative objects throughout the Roman Imperial period.
An extremely rare ancient bronze artifact of distinctive mythological character, representing an appealing example of Roman bronze sculpture.
Acquired in 2025 from NUMIMANICA PRADOS, Spain, at the Madrid Numismatic Fair held on 27 June 2025.
Provenance:
The piece was previously part of a private collection in Spain, where it had been acquired from an art gallery in 1987.
This rare piece is accompanied by the original purchase invoice, Certificate of Authenticity, and Spanish Export Certificate.
Rare Roman Bronze Statuette of Eros – The Winged God of Love.
Civilization: Roman Empire
Period: 2nd–3rd Century AD
Material: Bronze
Weight: 141.78 g
Dimensions: Height: 63 mm; Width: 30 mm
Condition: Excellent.
A remarkable bronze statuette depicting Eros, the winged god of love in Greek and Roman mythology, seated with prominent wings extending from his back. The figure features finely rendered details in the modelling of the body and hair.
Eros is depicted holding a long, slender object raised towards his mouth, possibly a wind instrument or trumpet, giving the statuette a distinctive artistic and expressive character.
Eros was one of the most popular mythological figures in Roman art, frequently portrayed as a winged youth. His image appeared in numerous bronze sculptures and decorative objects throughout the Roman Imperial period.
An extremely rare ancient bronze artifact of distinctive mythological character, representing an appealing example of Roman bronze sculpture.
Acquired in 2025 from NUMIMANICA PRADOS, Spain, at the Madrid Numismatic Fair held on 27 June 2025.
Provenance:
The piece was previously part of a private collection in Spain, where it had been acquired from an art gallery in 1987.
This rare piece is accompanied by the original purchase invoice, Certificate of Authenticity, and Spanish Export Certificate.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
2nd–3rd Century AD
Name of object
statue
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2025
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Height
63 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1987
Width
30 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
20 mm
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.
