A Roman bronze figure of a man
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A Roman bronze figure of a man, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, perhaps the youthful god Eros, depicted nude, wearing a pointed diadem, chlamys off left shoulder. The body with nice style, losses to arms and center of abdomen probably occurred during manufacture. H: 3 ½ in (8.9 cm). Light deposits over deep brown patination, mounted on an antique wood base. Ex property from the collection of Joseph Klein (1899-1987), New York City. Mr. Klein sought out and acquired these souvenirs as part of his vast collecting interests. Said to have collected in the manner of an 18th century connoisseur, his overall collection showcased his diverse array of artifacts acquired over a period of 45 years and included the art of ancient China, Egypt, Persia, Greece and Rome.
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A Roman bronze figure of a man
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