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THBRoman Bronze Figural Latch Depicting Attis
Lot 59b
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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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- Lot Description
Roman, Eastern Mediterranean, Imperial Period, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. Finely cast via the lost wax (cire perdue) method, a solid bronze latch depicting Attis, the Phrygian god as well as consort to Cybele, the Mother Goddess, and worshipped throughout the Roman Empire where he was understood as a solar deity during the 2nd century CE. The sculptor of this piece has created an explicit statement. The god holds both of his arms above his head with a serpent-like creature to the left, while his garment is wide open so as to reveal his abdomen and genitals, conjuring the myth in which Attis emasculated himself in a mad frenzy. There is an integral suspension loop at the top as well as an integral loop for a lock behind Attis' integral pedestal. A marvelous piece replete with outstanding artistry and intriguing iconography. Size: 6.25" H (15.9 cm); 6.875" H (17.5 cm) on included custom stand.
According to a Phrygian legend, Attis was an attractive youth born to Nana, the daughter of the river Sangarius, and the hermaphroditic Agdistis. Agdistis, who had fallen for Attis, struck him with frenzy just when he was about to get married. Attis inflicted by this madness in turn castrated himself and died. Agdistis then asked Zeus to grant his wish that the body of the youth would never decay or waste. Ultimately, Attis was regarded as a vegetation god, who via his self-mutilation, death, and resurrection metaphorically symbolized the fruits of the earth, which annually see their demise in winter only to rise again in the spring.
Provenance: ex-Chayette & Cheval auction, Paris, France, lot 103; ex-private French & American collection, New York, New York, USA, acquired in the 1990s to 2000s
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#152788Intact and excellent. Some encrustation on verso. Rich, dark green patina and scattered russet brown areas. Chayette & Cheval label on lucite base.Condition
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