Roman Bronze Horse Protome

GBP 595.00

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Object Description

An exceptionally fine Ancient Roman bronze protome formed in the shape of a rearing horse. The base of the protome is circular, from which the horse is depicted facing forwards with the front two legs bent. The face is sculpted naturalistically to portray the eyes, high nose and snout, and two pointed ears atop. Linear incisions to the neck portray the mane, and a bridle and reigns are carefully rendered upon the face and body. A circular perforation features in each hoof and through the snout. The bronze features an attractive dark patination across the surface, alongside minor wear such as scratches and flaking. The reverse is concave and unworked and features a layer of earthy encrustations and sediment.

Please note this piece does not stand upright unaided.

Date: Circa 2nd-4th Century AD

Object History

Private UK collection; previously acquired on the German art market in the 1990s.

Object Condition

Very fine. Patination and minor wear to the surface.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    W:3 x H:5.7 x D:3.5 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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Dealer Location

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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