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LOT 0764
Roman Mount with Flavian Emperor
LATE 1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (52.3 grams, 60 mm).
A copper-alloy appliqué protome in the form of the Flavian Emperor Vespasian, frontal bust in half relief, wearing an exomis leaving his right shoulder uncovered, solid suspension ring to the top of the head.
ProvenanceAcquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
Cf. Lafli E., 'Roman Bronze Figurines in the Museum of Ödemis,' in Mediterranean Archaeology, Vol.28/29 (2015/2016), pl.15, nos.5/a-b, for similar protomes (with representation of gods).
FootnotesThe realism in the details is remarkable and was achieved through fine modelling. This protome was perhaps set in a medallion to decorate the lower terminal of a fulcrum, an S-shaped couch attachment almost always made of metal which was fastened to the side of a wooden headboard to serve as an elbow-rest on a couch (kline).
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LOT 0764
Roman Mount with Flavian Emperor
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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