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Roman bronze Serapis applique - ex Bonhams

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Object number
AR3122
Object: Bust of Serapis
Applique (probably for furniture)

Material: Massive bronze

Date: 2nd - 3rd century A.D.
Roman Empire

Description:    The god is dressed with tunica and mantle. His abundant hair and voluminous beard are modeled fron single loose curls. The head wearing a modius, symbolizing fertility, is inclined to the right.

Size: Height 62 mm, width 42 mm, depth 14 mm. Height with marble base 78 mm.

Condition: Perfectly preserved, worked with high level of detail, beautiful polychrome patina. Loosely mounted on a very nice modern marble base.

Reference: M. Kohlert-Németh, Archäologische Reihe, Römische Bronzen 1, aus Nida-Heddernheim, Götter und Dämonen (Frankfurt 1988) p. 53 Nr. 20

Provenance: Acquired 2020 in a British auction house. Prom the collection Adie, Warwickshire, UK. Acquired in 1965 - 1980. Ex Bonhams (New Bond Street, London) 2018 auction.

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