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THBEastern Roman Lead Votive Applique - Horse and Rider
Lot 43
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Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Eastern Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. A votive applique or plaque comprised of lead (with some platinum and copper content as well) depicting a horse and rider, possibly an elite leader or gladiator, the rider depicted with a frontal pose so that we can see that he is wearing a fancy conical headdress and cuirass, both elaborately embellished with extensive cross-hatched motifs. The horse is delineated in profile and fitted with bridle and reins. Together they make a magnificent pair! Composition: 92.73% lead, 5.8% platinum, 1% copper. Size: 2.125" W x 3" H (5.4 cm x 7.6 cm).
In ancient Rome, equestrian sculptures were political works revering the emperor and his military and civic achievements, strategically placed in the empire to pay homage to his excellency. The likenesses of these statues were also copied on coins and other forms of visual culture - like this example - in order to widely disseminate imagery honoring specific emperors. Perhaps the rider on this piece depicts a revered leader. Indeed, the opulent costume of the rider certainly suggests an owner with elite status who is perhaps participating in a military parade.
Provenance: ex-Phoenicia Holyland Antiquities, ex-Mr. Khabbazi collected in November of 1992
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#157279Minor nicks to peripheries. Normal surface wear commensurate with age, but details are still quite strong. Surface deposits as shown.Condition
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