Ancient Roman Bronze Rare & Early Sheep Statue (No reserve price)
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Rare & Early Sheep Statue, a bronze sculpture from Oud-Romeins culture, dating to 1-3 AD, 25.4 mm high, 36.9 mm wide, 27.19 g, with an old age patina; acquired from Belgium in 1985 from a previous owner who purchased it at a Veilinghuis auction in 1966.
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A rare early sheep statue from 1-3 AD.
Old Age Patina
The Romans raised sheep extensively for wool (for their famous togas and tunics), milk, cheese, and meat, and played a crucial role in the spread of sheep farming throughout the Empire, establishing sheep farms from North Africa to the British Isles. Sheep were an important source of textiles and food, and their resilience made them suitable for various climates, contributing to their popularity in antiquity.
Height: 25.4 mm
Wide: 36.9 mm
Weight: 27.19 grams
Material: Bronze
See images for own impression.
Own private collection inherited from Grandfather, who built the collection in the 1960's "
A rare early sheep statue from 1-3 AD.
Old Age Patina
The Romans raised sheep extensively for wool (for their famous togas and tunics), milk, cheese, and meat, and played a crucial role in the spread of sheep farming throughout the Empire, establishing sheep farms from North Africa to the British Isles. Sheep were an important source of textiles and food, and their resilience made them suitable for various climates, contributing to their popularity in antiquity.
Height: 25.4 mm
Wide: 36.9 mm
Weight: 27.19 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
Rare & Early Sheep 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.
