Roman Bronze Applique of Mithras
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Rome, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th century BCE. A finely-cast bronze applique, designed to go on a piece of furniture, a saddle, or some other area in need of decoration in Roman life. It is in the shape of a bust of Mithras. Symbolism like this is part of the cult of Mithras that was found throughout the most expansive periods of the Empire from Roman Britain (a temple to Mithras can still be seen in the modern City of London) to its eastern coasts in the ancient-places-turned-colonies of Thracia and Dacia. Size: 1.35" W x 2" H (3.4 cm x 5.1 cm)
Provenance: Ex-Private FL collection
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#117520
Rome, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th century BCE. A finely-cast bronze applique, designed to go on a piece of furniture, a saddle, or some other area in need of decoration in Roman life. It is in the shape of a bust of Mithras. Symbolism like this is part of the cult of Mithras that was found throughout the most expansive periods of the Empire from Roman Britain (a temple to Mithras can still be seen in the modern City of London) to its eastern coasts in the ancient-places-turned-colonies of Thracia and Dacia. Size: 1.35" W x 2" H (3.4 cm x 5.1 cm)
Provenance: Ex-Private FL 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.
#117520
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Only slight wear with excellent clear features
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Roman Bronze Applique of Mithras
Estimate $400 - $600
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