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LOT 0105
Estimate
GBP (£) 1,000 - 1,400
EUR (€) 1,190 - 1,670
USD ($) 1,290 - 1,810
ROMAN ARCHAISING SILVER STATUETTE
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (2 5/8 in.) (37.4 grams, 61 mm (40.4 grams total, 66 mm including stand)).
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (2 5/8 in.) (37.4 grams, 61 mm (40.4 grams total, 66 mm including stand)).
Modelled in the round as a kouros standing wearing a calf-length robe held at the waist by a thick cord; shoulder-length hair held by a tiered diadem, collar with three pendant roundels, left arm with bracelet, holding a lyre in the left hand, right hand with handle; sandals to the feet; modern mounting pins and square wooden base.
PROVENANCE:
Ex Paris auction, 1990s.
From a French collection, 2000s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. larger figure of the god in the Getty Museum under reference 76.AD.11.1.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
