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THBLovely Roman Leaded Bronze Eagle Figurine
Lot 27c
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
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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Ancient art from Egypt, Greece, Italy and the Near East, as well as Asian, Fossils, Pre-Columbian, Native American, African / Tribal / Oceanic, Fine art, and much more! All categories, all price ranges... all legally acquired and guaranteed to be as described or your money back. Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 2nd century CE. A beautiful leaded bronze figurine of a standing eagle presenting a raised head facing forward and meticulous feather detailing on the head, chest, and flowing wings to emphasize the noble creature's naturalistic qualities. The ancient bird stands atop a pair of clawed feet with straight legs, his petite head displaying bulging eyes beneath a planar brow, a petite incised mouth, and an intimidating aquiline beak. Mottled hues of light brown and seafoam green patina adorn the surface, imbuing the petite avian with an elegant presentation evocative of ancient Rome! Size: 0.9" L x 1.5" W x 1.2" H (2.3 cm x 3.8 cm x 3 cm)
The eagle was a highly symbolic animal among the Roman military and was a great symbol of pride and victory in the eyes of the legions. Known as "aquila" in Latin, the eagle was a representation of honor, victory, and cohesiveness within a legion. One member of each legion was referred to as an aquilifer, or "eagle-bearer," as it was their primary duty to carry and protect that legion's designated eagle standard. If ever an aquila was lost or stolen, it was the primary obligation of the aquilifer to go to any lengths to recover the standard and see to its safe return. Losing an eagle standard was considered a grave omen for its respective legion and would typically lead to distrust and paranoia among the legionaries. To quote a piece of historical fiction set in Roman Britain entitled The Eagle of the Ninth (Rosemary Sutcliff, 1954), "Eagle lost, honor lost; honor lost, all lost."
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#133328Intact and excellent with gorgeous patina and impressive preservation of detail.Condition
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