Adorable Roman Bronze Resting Dog
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Description
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A sweet cast bronze dog, posed in a manner familiar to every dog owner - chin resting on the floor, paws out straight in front of the body, and tail curled around the back. The dog's eyes are open and the ears are flat against the head. The pointed ears recall one of the most famous dogs in antiquity - the Roman mosaic from Pompeii of a dog on a chain that warns, "CAVE CANEM" - Beware of Dog! This dog is a friendlier version, and reminds us of the humanity of the Romans, who are well documented as having loved their dogs. Size: 1.75" L x 0.9" W x 0.5" H (4.4 cm x 2.3 cm x 1.3 cm)
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
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#120746
Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection
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.
#120746
Condition
Dark patina with excellent detail remaining.
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Adorable Roman Bronze Resting Dog
Estimate $600 - $900
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