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Gilt Bronze Roman Mirror back with Aphrodite (Venus)

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Gilt Bronze Roman Mirror back with Aphrodite (Venus)

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Description

A rare survival of a gilt bronze mirror back, with the cast relief of the goddess of Love appearing between two arched columns, possibly Hellenistic or a bit later, 1st century AD, Roman Period (with damage as expected but a great piece never-the-less). Size: 4 3/4" dia.

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Gilt Bronze Roman Mirror back with Aphrodite (Venus)

Name: Gilt Bronze Roman Mirror back with Aphrodite (Venus)
Brand: Venus
SKU: 92728095
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,000

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