Roman Terracotta Lion Spout
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**Originally Listed At $300**
Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A fierce mold-made ceramic spout in the form of a lion's head. Liquid could pour through his elongated neck and out of his open, snarling mouth. Made to be applied to a larger vessel, lion motifs were common in Rome, and Romans, always fans of exotic animals, seemed to have a special affection for the species. Size: 1.6" W x 1.75" H (4.1 cm x 4.4 cm); 3.8" H (9.7 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex collection of Dr. G.S., Nuremberg, Germany; ex collection of Hans Piehler (1874 - 1961)
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#133043
Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A fierce mold-made ceramic spout in the form of a lion's head. Liquid could pour through his elongated neck and out of his open, snarling mouth. Made to be applied to a larger vessel, lion motifs were common in Rome, and Romans, always fans of exotic animals, seemed to have a special affection for the species. Size: 1.6" W x 1.75" H (4.1 cm x 4.4 cm); 3.8" H (9.7 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex collection of Dr. G.S., Nuremberg, Germany; ex collection of Hans Piehler (1874 - 1961)
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.
#133043
Condition
Intact, with wear commensurate with age. Some pigment remaining.
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Roman Terracotta Lion Spout
Estimate $550 - $825
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