Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 0119
Roman Bronze Statuette of Eros Disguised as Actor
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
5 1/2 in. (550 grams, 14.1 cm).
Modelled in the round figure in knee-length tunic and draped mantle gathered in the left hand; actor's mask worn tipped back onto the top of the head with curly hair framing the face, left hand raised to support the mask, unfurled wings to reverse (one absent); feet angled.
Provenance
Ex Paris auction, 1990s.
From a French collection, 2000s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12526-231887.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
VETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a 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.
LOT 0119
Roman Bronze Statuette of Eros Disguised as Actor
Estimate £2,000 - 3,000€2,320 - 3,480 (for guidance only)$2,700 - 4,050 (for guidance only)
RELATED LOTS
-
Roman Oxidised Brown Jasper Gemstone with Head of Zeus
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
Ellipsoid in plan with engraved profile bust of Zeus, bearded and with his hair bound by a band tied at the rear; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.09 grams, 18 mm
From the Fadel family collection, London, UK, 1970s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Roman Child's Iridescent Glass Bangle
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
D-shaped in section with iridescent surface. 3.09 grams, 38 mm
From an old English collection. Acquired from Helios Gallery in 2011. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Roman Gemstone Collection
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
Group of mainly carnelian cloisons with intaglio designs including eagle, profile bust, Serapis, winged phallus and other motifs; one possibly not ancient; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 13.54 grams total, 7-16 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
