Description:

Northern Italy, Etruscan, ca. 3rd to 2nd century BCE. A fabulous leaded bronze cista foot in the form of a siren - a mythological seductress of the sea whose song lured sailors to their untimely demise - depicted here with sweeping wings, supple breasts, and fused legs that lead to the 3-toed paw of a lion. In Greek mythology, Sirens were regarded as dangerous beings whose enchanting songs distracted and attracted mariners to rocky coasts where they would unfortunately succumb to disastrous shipwrecks. Size: 1.6" W x 2.6" H (4.1 cm x 6.6 cm); 2.8" H (7.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-James Grant collection, California, USA, acquired in Rome in 1960-1962

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#176529

  • Condition: Fragment of a larger piece. Some small chips to wings and light surface wear as expected with age, but otherwise very nice with rich patina throughout.

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