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Roman Terracotta Bula w/ Leopard
Roman Terracotta Bula w/ Leopard
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Description
Roman, late Republican to early Imperial period, ca. 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. A bulla, a round amulet for free-born Roman children, depicting a stamped relief fierce leopard springing forward, ready to attack. The leopard was almost always portrayed in this manner by the Romans, and was a popular imported beast to be seen in menageries and, more commonly, in their local colisseum. Size: 1.55" W (3.9 cm); 3.25" H (8.3 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection, acquired before 2000

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#131743
Condition
Intact, with excellent preserved details.
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Roman Terracotta Bula w/ Leopard

Estimate $300 - $450
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Starting Price $150
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