Roman Bronze Phallic Fertility Symbol Group

CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 - 1 3/8 in. (32.5 grams, 24-33 mm).

The group comprising: a strap slider with the upper panel formed as a stylised vulva; a phallic pendant with part of the loop absent; a rectangular mount with a raised vulva-shaped boss to the centre, two studs on the reverse. [3, No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market before 2000.
Property of a Surrey, UK, collector.

CONDITION

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LOT 0672