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LOT 0477

Romano-Egyptian Limestone Figure of a Seated Male with Gigantic Phallus

1ST CENTURY B.C.-2ND CENTURY A.D.

4 in. (5 in.) (207 grams, 10.1 cm (235 grams total, 12.8 cm including stand)).

Modelled in the round seated figure with phallus slung over his shoulders; mounted on a custom-made stand. [No Reserve]

Provenance

The Erotica Collection Christian von Faber-Castell, Küsnacgt ZH, Switzerland, since the late 1970s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

Footnotes

Christian von Faber-Castell (born 1950) is a renowned German entrepreneur and art collector, best known as a member of the prominent Faber-Castell family, famed for their iconic writing instruments. A passionate advocate for art and culture, Christian von Faber-Castell curated an extensive and diverse private collection of erotica, spanning centuries and cultures. His collection reflects a deep appreciation for the interplay of beauty, sensuality, and artistic expression, bringing together rare and unique works that explore themes of intimacy and human connection. Pieces from this collection have been featured in notable exhibitions and are celebrated for their artistic and historical significance. This offering represents a rare opportunity to acquire works from one of the most fascinating and eclectic private collections of its kind.

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LOT 0477

Romano-Egyptian Limestone Figure of a Seated Male with Gigantic Phallus

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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