Nice Roman Bronze Casket Foot - Lion Paw - Jan 18, 2017 | Artemis Gallery In Co
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Nice Roman Bronze Casket Foot - Lion Paw
Nice Roman Bronze Casket Foot - Lion Paw
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Description
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE. A beautifully sculpted lion's paw, with a column top and a spike at the top for attachment to the casket that this served as a foot for. The emphasized digits and claws suggest a keen awareness of actual lion anatomy. There are incredible details, even down to lines cast in to suggest fur. Size: 1.7" W x 3.1" H (4.3 cm x 7.9 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Private LA County collection

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Condition
Smooth dark patina; slight encrustation on bottom of foot.
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Nice Roman Bronze Casket Foot - Lion Paw

Estimate $500 - $750
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Starting Price $250
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