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THBRoman Bronze Applique Winged Sea Griffin, ex-Christies
Lot 9
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Artemis Fine Arts
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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Explore a world of classical antiquities and ethnographic masterpieces, with treasures from every corner of the globe. Discover Egyptian relics, Greek and Roman artifacts, Etruscan elegance, Near Eastern wonders, and Asian heritage. Marvel at Pre-Columbian marvels, Native American artistry, African tribal expressions, and Oceanic cultural gems. Spanish Colonial legacies, Russian craftsmanship, and a spectrum of fine and visual arts await, offering a captivating journey through history and artistry, connecting cultures across time. Artemis Fine Arts info@artemisgallery.com
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Roman, Imperial period, ca. 2nd century CE. A marvelous leaded bronze applique of a winged sea-griffin, depicted in profile to the left. Foreleg projecting forward, the winged monster features petite plumed wings, a curved neck, and a foliate tail that dramatically trails behind. The griffin, half eagle and half lion, was a fierce symbol of divine power. The tradition was long lasting - we know of examples from ancient Iran and Egypt that are from ca. 3000 BCE - and the animal continued to appear in classically-inspired art into the early modern period. The Roman mythos depict the griffin as being representative of power, authority, and wealth (especially gold). A stylish example of a well-known mythological creature! Size: 2.2" W x 2.1" H (5.6 cm x 5.3 cm); 2.5" H (6.4 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Brooklyn, New York, USA collection; 190159; ex-private Midwest USA collection; ex-Christie's New York, New York, USA, June 8th, 2005, lot 170, Live Auction 1531; ex-Pars Ancient Antiquities, London, United Kingdom, 1999
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PAYMENT EXCEPTION: Unless a known customer of Artemis, payment for all gold / precious metal / gem lots must be made via Bank Wire Transfer or Certified Bank Check/Money Order, no exceptions."#190159Some light surface wear as commensurate with age, but, otherwise, intact and excellent with impressively preserved detail. Slight patina in areas.Condition
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