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Large & Fine Roman Bronze Perched Eagle

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Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE. A stunning and fierce cast-bronze figurine of a perched eagle with a raised head turned to its right. Meticulous feather detailing on the head, chest, and flowing wings emphasize its naturalistic qualities. The eagle perches atop a twisted branch on a pair of narrow, clawed feet with bent legs, almost as if it were ready to take flight at a moment's notice. The turned head displays teardrop-form eyes, a planar brow, a petite incised mouth, and an intimidating aquiline beak. The animal projects a probing intelligence with its strong gaze. What a striking portrait! Size: 3.6" L x 3.2" W x 3.4" H (9.1 cm x 8.1 cm x 8.6 cm); 4.9" H (12.4 cm) on included custom stand.

The eagle was a highly-symbolic animal among the Roman military and was a great symbol of pride and victory in the eyes of the legions. Known as "aquila" in Latin, the eagle was a representation of honor, victory, and cohesiveness within a legion. One member of each legion was referred to as an aquilifer, or "eagle-bearer," as it was their primary duty to carry and protect that legion's designated eagle standard. If ever an aquila was lost or stolen, it was the primary obligation of the aquilifer to go to any lengths to recover the standard and see to its safe return. Losing an eagle standard was considered a grave omen for its respective legion and would typically lead to distrust and paranoia among the legionaries. To quote a piece of historical fiction set in Roman Britain entitled The Eagle of the Ninth (Rosemary Sutcliff, 1954), "Eagle lost, honor lost; honor lost, all lost."

A similar bronze eagle at Christie's New York hammered for $18,750 as lot 168 in the "Antiquities" online auction from June 2nd to 16th in 2020 (online 18699).

Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection, acquired in the mid-1990's; ex-John Ristow, San Francisco, California, USA

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Condition

A few miniscule perforations to surface, as well as some light abrasions, commensurate with age. Otherwise, intact and excellent with impressive preservation of detail and rich patina. Light earthen deposits in areas. Removable from custom stand.

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Large & Fine Roman Bronze Perched Eagle

Name: Large & Fine Roman Bronze Perched Eagle
SKU: 159679186
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $3,000 - $4,500

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