Miniature Roman Bronze - Mouse Eating Scrap of Food
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Description
Ancient Rome, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. An ever-so-sweet miniature bronze mouse who has successfully captured a round cake or bun with its forepaws. Just look at that adorable form with those large perky ears, not to mention that gorgeous green patina! Custom, museum quality stand. Size: 1.75" L (4.4 cm)
A similar example sold at Christie's, London for $4,606 (Sale 7521 - Lot 220 - Antiquities - 25 October 2007) - http://www.christies.com/lotfinder/ancient-art-antiquities/a-roman-bronze-figure-of-a-mouse-4974460-details.aspx
Provenance: Ex-Private New Jersey collection acquired before 1990
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#112961
A similar example sold at Christie's, London for $4,606 (Sale 7521 - Lot 220 - Antiquities - 25 October 2007) - http://www.christies.com/lotfinder/ancient-art-antiquities/a-roman-bronze-figure-of-a-mouse-4974460-details.aspx
Provenance: Ex-Private New Jersey collection acquired before 1990
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 and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#112961
Condition
Old, tiny break to tail. Otherwise intact and excellent with stunning patina.
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Miniature Roman Bronze - Mouse Eating Scrap of Food
Estimate $1,400 - $2,000
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