A Roman Bronze Horse Figurine, Roman Empire, 1st to 3rd Century AD Small bronze figurine depicting a standing horse with one foreleg raised, the head held upright, and the body rendered in a stylized yet elegant manner. The figure preserves a dark green-black patina with areas of surface wear and mineral deposits, giving it a strong archaeological appearance. Horses held significant symbolic importance in the Roman world, associated with status, military power, travel, and equestrian prestige. Bronze animal figurines of this type may have served as votive offerings, decorative objects, or personal devotional pieces. Its compact scale, dynamic pose, and attractive ancient patina make it a charming example of Roman bronze craftsmanship. Material: Bronze Dimensions: 4 × 3.7 × 1.4 cm Weight: 37.64 g Provenance: Acquired in the Netherlands from a Dutch private collection formed during the 1990s. All items come with CoA