Roman votive lead mirrors (very rare complete with glass still attached) popular from the 1st to 3rd century AD, were small, handheld objects known as "ex-votos." These mirrors were significant in Roman religious practices, often dedicated to deities like Venus and Juno. Crafted from lead, they featured ornate designs and inscriptions, reflecting the era's artistic flair. These mirrors were believed to have protective and symbolic powers, bringing good fortune, beauty, and fertility to their bearers. Typically circular or oval with a handle or loop, the reflective side showcased intricate engravings of mythological scenes or divine figures, while the reverse often bore inscriptions dedicating the mirror to a specific god or commemorating an important event. Mesurments: 60mm. Diameter, weight: 45g Provence acquired object in 1995 In the London art market Previous private English collection 1980-1995 The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. A provenance statement was seen by Catawiki. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, a provenance statement was seen by Catawiki. Important info. The Seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. THE Seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. For shipment between the UK and the EU no export permit is needed but some import taxes may apply. The seller guarantees to have acquired this lot by legal means and he has the proper permits. The seller will inform the buyer about this if acquiring the proper permits and shipping the lot takes more than a few days Certificate of Authenticity (COA) For any item sold over 200 euros, a Certificate of Authenticity may be requested within 5 days of the auction date. Please note that all certificates are provided in digital PDF format and will not be included in the package. Instructions on how to obtain your COA will be sent once your order has been shipped. We recommend that you follow this procedure for a hassle-free experience. **Insurance:** All of our packages are shipped with external insurance. Please monitor the online tracking and report any issues to us immediately. In the event of damage, please remember to note the reservation on the delivery note, keep all packaging, take photos of the damage and report the issue to us immediately. Thank you for your attention and good luck with your bidding! The seller can prove that the lot was acquired legally, and the declaration of origin has been seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he has the right to send this lot. The SELLER will take care of all necessary permits. The seller will inform the contractor if this takes more than a few days.