Roman Bronze Applique in form of Silenus
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Description
Rome, 200 BCE to 200 CE. This is a cast bronze applique in the form of a Silenus head. Silenus is an older man who was a friend of Dionysus in Graeco-Roman mythology and whose image was popular as a symbol of raucous drinking and partying. An applique like this would have been applied decoratively to some kind of vessel. Size: 1.9" L x 1.6" W (4.8 cm x 4.1 cm).
Provenance: Ex-private M. Reiniger collection, Chicago, IL.
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#111387
Provenance: Ex-private M. Reiniger collection, Chicago, IL.
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 and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#111387
Condition
Patina, but features are very clear and the piece is intact.
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Roman Bronze Applique in form of Silenus
Estimate $400 - $600
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