Fotogalerie - Bronzes
Ancient bronzes in the Alte Roemer Gallery
Since its invention, for a long time bronze was mainly used to produce products that should reflect the prestige and wealth of their owner. Examples of this are bronze figurines of all kind, from the Greek bronze statues down to small bronze figurines depicting gods in ancient Egypt and Rome, bowls, plates and other objects of daily life, oil lamps, Etruscan bronze mirrors but of course also bronze weapons and armor. The dishes were in particular often imitated in – the much more economical – pottery, since bronze pieces were hardly affordable for the common population. Bronze, along with precious metals, was naturally also a very popular material for jewelry, fibulae and various ornaments. The online shop of the Alte Roemer Gallery offers you a broad selection of authentic ancient bronze pieces from different epochs and cultures. It would be our pleasure to work with you individually on your personal collection, and help you find special pieces that you would like to add to it. Please do not hesitate to contact us at any time via email or using our contact form. Correspondence is welcome in English, German, Italian, French, Russian or Japanese.-
Published Roman bronze serapis bustExcellently preserved incl. surface details. Nice green patina. From the collection of the art historian Steinbock, which was composed between 1920 and 1982.
€2,400
Bronze applique with Medusa headVery nicely preserved, beautiful green patina. From the collection of the art historian Steinbock, composed between 1920 and 1982.
€980
Very long iron lance headExcellent condition for an iron object, mainly intact with very nicely preserved surface. From an old German private collection, acquired in the early 1980s.
€450
Very long iron lance headExcellent condition for an iron object, mainly intact with very nicely preserved surface. From an old German private collection, acquired in the early 1980s.
€390
Roman bronze bust of a woman from the estate of Prof. G. Retzius (1842 - 1919)Ex Hoving & Winborg auction September 29, 1917. Consigned from the estate of Prof. Gustaf Retzius, a well-known and internationally honored professor of anatomy. Most recently owned by Herbert Cahn (1915–2002), one of the most important dealers in ancient coins and works of art of his time, as well as a passionate researcher in the fields of ancient numismatics and classical archaeology.
€11,000
Pair of Egyptian bronze eyesThese bronze eyes with stone inlays were mounted on a sarcophagus during the 21st to 30th dynasties. A popular but rare object, they are sometimes referred to as mummy eyes.
€3,250
Etruscan bronze Hercules figurineScarce iconography alluding to the slaying of the Lernaean Hydra. Very good condition, elegant dark green patina. From an old German collection.
€4,980
Published Roman bronze folding tripodAbsolutely magnificent condition, the likes of which are rarely found in museums and collections worldwide for Roman bronze furniture. Examined at the RGZM Cologne in the 1980s.
€37,800
Roman bronze phallus amuletApotropaic amulet to protect agains the evil eye. From an old Swiss private collection, acquired in the 1970s - 1980s.
€400
Etruscan bronze figurine of a man with pan pipesScarce, early depiction, stylistically still strongly influenced by the kouroi of the 6th century BC, but incorporating the pan flute as an element of daily life or a ritual context. Very good condition, with a fine dark green patina. Ex Cahn AG.
€6,980
Published Hellenistic bronze handle with figurative decorationsFeaturing a three-dimensional depiction of a grim satyr's head and Medusa's head. On both sides of the handle are three-dimensional volutes culminating in the depiction of a charging boar. The workmanship is of exceptionally fine quality.
€1,800
Large early Greek bronze oinochoe with beautiful patinaElaborately decorated, finely crafted piece. A fascinating example of an early Greek bronze vessel. Formerly in the Galerie Athena in Munich, acquired there in 1991.
€6,800