Miniature Roman Bronze Effigy - Boar Form
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Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A solid cast leaded-bronze statue of a boar, likely a miniature votive for a temple or shrine. Boars became attributes of several gods and goddesses, and symbolized virility and power. The boar was hunted as a show of strength and pork was widely consumed by all classes from Roman society. Boars made regular appearances in Roman mythology detailed by famous hunts and sacrifices. Size: 2.2" L x 0.6" W x 1.25" H (5.6 cm x 1.5 cm x 3.2 cm)
Provenance: private Charlotte, North Carolina, USA collection; ex-Joel Malter collection, prior to 2004
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#179263
Provenance: private Charlotte, North Carolina, USA collection; ex-Joel Malter collection, prior to 2004
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#179263
Condition
Loss to front edge of base. Mineral encrustations to surface as shown, and areas of green and blue patina.
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Miniature Roman Bronze Effigy - Boar Form
Estimate $700 - $1,050
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