Roman Bronze Handle with Cupid and Theatre Mask

GBP 1,000.00

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Object Description

An Ancient Roman T-shaped bronze strap handle with a crescent rim and curved, volute shank. The shank extends into a thumb-pad featuring the depiction of Cupid. The Roman god of love is here portrayed nude, with his wings upraised, in contrapposto pose, standing on his advanced foot and facing right. He is shown holding on his left hand a theatre mask, while his right hand rests on his hip. The bronze displays a beautiful olive-green patina to the surface. This handle most likely came from a wine flask.

Period: Circa 1st-3rd Century AD

Object Condition

Fine, with olive green patina to the surface. The artefact is mounted on a custom made stand, ideal for display.

Object Details

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The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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