Ancient Roman Bronze Stunning Griffioen Statue (No reserve price)
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Bronze Stuning Griffioen Statue from the Oud-Romeins culture, dating to 1-3 AD, measuring 23.8 mm high and 19.9 mm wide, weighing 10.79 g, in Zeer goed + condition and inherited from a grandfather, acquired in 1985 from Belgium (Veilinghuis provenance).
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A stunning and rare Griffioen statue from 1-3 AD.
Old Age Patina
The griffin is a mythical creature (Latin: gryphus) known since Roman times. It was often depicted with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. It symbolized dominion over land and air, the guardianship of gold, and was associated with gods such as Nemesis. Romans used the animal decoratively and in art, though it was sometimes also seen as a bloodthirsty creature. Later, in the Middle Ages, the animal also acquired Christian meanings, but the Roman connection demonstrates the creature's long history in Western culture, including in contemporary literature and symbolism.
Height: 23.8 mm
Wide: 19.9 mm
Weight: 10.79 grams
Material: Bronze
See images for own impression.
Own private collection inherited from Grandfather, who built the collection in the 1960's "
A stunning and rare Griffioen statue from 1-3 AD.
Old Age Patina
The griffin is a mythical creature (Latin: gryphus) known since Roman times. It was often depicted with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. It symbolized dominion over land and air, the guardianship of gold, and was associated with gods such as Nemesis. Romans used the animal decoratively and in art, though it was sometimes also seen as a bloodthirsty creature. Later, in the Middle Ages, the animal also acquired Christian meanings, but the Roman connection demonstrates the creature's long history in Western culture, including in contemporary literature and symbolism.
Height: 23.8 mm
Wide: 19.9 mm
Weight: 10.79 grams
Material: Bronze
See images for own impression.
Own private collection inherited from Grandfather, who built the collection in the 1960's "
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
1-3 AD
Name of object
Stunning Griffioen Statue
Acquired from
Inherited
Year acquired
1985
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1966
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
