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Lot 920
A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D. A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D. A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D. A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D.
A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D.
A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D.
A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D.
A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D.

Lot 920

A Roman chariot ornament, bust of Hercules, bronze, 2nd – 3rd century A.D.

Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A108kua | Live auction | 490 Lots

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Description

The chariot ornament (conduit) shaped like a bust of the god Hercules. The lion skin (leonté) draped over the god's shoulders and knotted over his chest. Floral embellishment under the bust. Exquisite, closed green to bluish-green patina with differentiated areas of oxides of malachite and azurite. Provincial Roman sculpture with a whimsical, expressive overall impression. In outstanding condition. Mounted on a modern plastic base. Height of the bust 17 cm, including base 27 cm. CULTURAL ASSET.

Provenance: Private French collection. Acquired from Gorny & Mosch, Munich, on 23 June 2010.

Condition: II - III Questions about the lot?

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