Roman Bronze Lid with Swan

Object Description

A beautiful ancient Roman bronze amphoriskos lid in the shape of a swan. The bird is depicted sitting on the flat platform of the lid, its thin neck beautifully curved and acting as a handle. Particular attention has been paid to the head and the tail feathers of the animal. The lid itself is decorated with a incised hatched motif. Beautiful green, blue and brown patination is visible on the surface.

Date: Circa 1st-4th century AD

Object History

‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.

Object Condition

Excellent condition. The surface is covered with an attractive patination. Attached to a custom-made black perspex stand.

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