Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A lovely cast-bronze applique depicting the head of a woman or goddess, perhaps Venus (Greek Aphrodite), the goddess of love and romance, cast via the lost wax (cire perdue) process. Her elegant countenance is composed of a petite nose, full lips, puffy cheeks flanking a rounded chin, and recessed eyes which may have at one time held additional inlays of precious stones or other attractive material. A centrally-parted coiffure frames her delicate features, and a serrated fillet tops her head. Fine green and brown patina coats the entire composition. Size: 1.95" W x 2.55" H (5 cm x 6.5 cm); 3.7" H (9.4 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private East Coast, USA collection

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#137284

  • Condition: Original eye inlays and attachment pin on verso missing. Minor abrasions to face, verso, and peripheries, with light softening to some finer details, and light encrustations. Nice earthen deposits as well as great patina throughout.

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