Roman Bronze Military Eagle Attachment
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Roman, Imperial Period, 1st to 2nd century CE. A mesmerizing cast bronze figural fitting depicting a standing eagle with a frontal visage and meticulously delineated feathers on the head, chest, wings, and tail. In ancient Rome the eagle had a powerful military association and oftentimes bronze eagles would be featured as staff finials - leading armies into war. 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." Deeply symbolic! Lucite stand. Size: 1.375" W x 3.625" H (3.5 cm x 9.2 cm); 5.375" H (13.7 cm) on stand
Provenance: ex-private New Jersey, USA collection acquired over twenty years ago
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#121237
Provenance: ex-private New Jersey, USA collection acquired over twenty years ago
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.
#121237
Condition
Minor wear/old losses to lower end. Rich dark patina with traces of green patina as well.
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Roman Bronze Military Eagle Attachment
Estimate $1,200 - $1,800
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