Ca. 2nd to 1st centuries B.C. Molded natural buff-brown terracotta depiction of the youthful, nude Ganymede, standing with his left arm raised. Zeus is depicted as an eagle  More »

Ca. 2nd to 1st centuries B.C. Molded natural buff-brown terracotta depiction of the youthful, nude Ganymede, standing with his left arm raised. Zeus is depicted as an eagle with spread wings grasping on his back. According to ancient Greek mythology Ganymede was abducted by Zeus from Mount Ida in Phrygia. Zeux either sending an eagle or turning himself into an eagle transported Ganymede to mount Olympus. Some remaining white surface pigment with traces of pink. Custom lucite base. 8-7/8”H, repaired from approximately six original pieces with restoration over the break lines. ProvenanceEx-Harvey Sarner collection, ex. Christie's, NYC, June 1981.   « Less

This ancient lead sling bullet was used at the battlefield near Zaragoza in Spain, where in the year 52 AD Spanish Roman troops fought against French Roman troops of the  More »

This ancient lead sling bullet was used at the battlefield near Zaragoza in Spain, where in the year 52 AD Spanish Roman troops fought against French Roman troops of the Marseilles garrison. The spindle shaped, combined with high specific gravity, provided effective and strong impact! Quite hefty for its size - just under 1". Custom stand. ProvenanceEx-private Netherlands collection. Material Lead Dimensions 1"   « Less

From ancient Rome, North Africa, ca. 3rd-4th century A.D. Redware pottery oil lamp, tondo decorated in raised relief. 5-1/2"L, intact. ProvenanceEx-private Midwest USA  More »

From ancient Rome, North Africa, ca. 3rd-4th century A.D. Redware pottery oil lamp, tondo decorated in raised relief. 5-1/2"L, intact. ProvenanceEx-private Midwest USA Collection. Material Pottery Dimensions 5-1/2"L Condition Intact   « Less

Roman, ca 1st to 3rd centuries AD. Marble Head of a youth with down-turned mouth, very curly locks and large expressive eyes. Measures 3-1/2"T x 3"W, and about 2-1/2" from  More »

Roman, ca 1st to 3rd centuries AD. Marble Head of a youth with down-turned mouth, very curly locks and large expressive eyes. Measures 3-1/2"T x 3"W, and about 2-1/2" from nose to back of head. Purportedly found just outside of Scalea, Italy. Reverse is unfinished indicating this is likely a section from a sarcophagus. Nice expressive example! ProvenanceEx-private New Mexico Collection, found just outside of Scalea, Italy.   « Less

We'e handled dozens of ancient bronze weapons, but quite honestly none are any finer than this exquisite example! European, most likely Hallstatt, central Europe, ca 1200 to  More »

We'e handled dozens of ancient bronze weapons, but quite honestly none are any finer than this exquisite example! European, most likely Hallstatt, central Europe, ca 1200 to 800 AD. Socketed spear with thin, nearly straight socket and small, extremely sharp blades to each side. Junction of base and blade was carefully, and with great skill, incised with series of geometric designs. Spear measures 8"L and has developed an incredible deep patina that is impossible to fake. Custom stand. ProvenanceEx-private Florida Collection.   « Less

Amulet in the form of an animal the size of a small monkey Bronze There are many of the pieces are good solid piece of bronze, a very good condition For the highest price  More »

Amulet in the form of an animal the size of a small monkey Bronze There are many of the pieces are good solid piece of bronze, a very good condition For the highest price please contact   « Less

Roman masterpiece to his master naked bear a child within the limits of size 15 cm in good condition for a higher price

Roman masterpiece to his master naked bear a child within the limits of size 15 cm in good condition for a higher price   « Less

Roman Empire, ca 2nd century, of North African origins. Lovely terracotta oil lamp showing charioteer racing his steed in what was a very dangerous profession. Chariteers  More »

Roman Empire, ca 2nd century, of North African origins. Lovely terracotta oil lamp showing charioteer racing his steed in what was a very dangerous profession. Chariteers were stars in the day and commanded great respect, fame, and attention from the ladies! Brown finish. It is signed on the back by the maker - 'MNOVIVST'. This is a well-known oil lamp manufacturer, Marcus Novius Justus, who operated a workshop in what is now Tunisia in North Africa. We know that his workshop lasted from approximately 120-180 AD and that his 'brand' was so highly revered that counterfeit workshops existed in other parts of the empire! Intact/excellent condition. ProvenanceEx-Blitzer collection, Florida Material Pottery Dimensions 4"L Condition Intact   « Less

Rome, ca. 1st Century AD. While the vast majority of Roman gladiators were men, women combatants did exist, often with the same degree of fame afforded their male  More »

Rome, ca. 1st Century AD. While the vast majority of Roman gladiators were men, women combatants did exist, often with the same degree of fame afforded their male counterparts. This lamp represents these rare female warriors. Light-tan clay lamp with reddish-brown slip; sunken central discus depicting female helmeted gladiator, carrying shield and mace; incuse concentric banding surrounding; undecorated downward sloping shoulder; voluted channel with rounded nozzle. Maker's name 'L.M.ADIEC' incuse on reverse. According to Tacitus, some noblewomen and senators entered the arena to fight in the amphitheatre games of 63 CE. Dio Cassius reports that in 66 CE, Ethiopian women were introduced into the arena at the munus offered in Pozzuoli (or Puteoli) by Emperor Nero in honor of King Tiridates I of Armenia. Juvenal mentions a female gladiator named "Mevia", who hunted boars in the arena "with spear in hand and breasts exposed". In the Satyricon, Petronius mentions a munus organized by a man named Titus who presented a woman fighting on a cart. During the reign of Emperor Domitian, a munus organized in 89 CE featured female gladiators. In Halicarnassus, a marble relief dated to the 2nd century CE depicts two female combatants bearing the fictional names "Amazon" and "Achillia"; the match ended in a draw. In Ostia, a 2nd century epigraph praises a member of the local elite for being the first to "arm women" in the history of the city's games. The evidence so far indicates that female gladiators fought in accordance with the same regulations adhered to by male gladiators. Also, it was only possible for a woman to fight in a gladiatorial game if she was able to access any form of professional training. Specific to this example, this very fine Roman Oil Lamp from a major workshop depicting a gladiator in combat; however, this style of gladiator is outside the realm of any known “male” depiction. The subject clearly wears what we would classify as a very flowing skirt with a style that is “off the shoulder” holding a shield in one hand and type of mace or axe in the other. There can only be one conclusion – that this does indeed represent the very rare, but well-documented female gladiator. 4"L, intact/excellent condition. Custom stand. ProvenanceEx-Hornbeam Collection. Material Pottery Dimensions 4"L Condition Intact   « Less

Wonderfully detailed! From ancient Rome, circa 2nd - 3rd century BC. Bronze bust of a young Roman deity with wavy hair and large eyes, the pupils of which are drilled; with  More »

Wonderfully detailed! From ancient Rome, circa 2nd - 3rd century BC. Bronze bust of a young Roman deity with wavy hair and large eyes, the pupils of which are drilled; with dots and lines on the helmet, incisions on the crest of the helmet imitating feathers, and a decorative pattern on the rectangular base. The deity has wavy hair and large eyes, the pupils of which are drilled. (successive owners of this statuette have speculated about who is depicted, and there has been diversity of opinion). Some think it may be Minerva or her Greek counterpart Athena, whereas others are inclined to think it is Mars. Some believe it is Roma, the personification of the city of Rome or even the Roman state, who is sometimes shown with a helmet (although Mellor has also suggested other identifications for helmeted figures). Raman Spectroscopy Tested and a copy of the test report accompanies. 4-1/3”H (11.0 cm), intact./excellent condition. Bronze has been cleaned/treated for conservation purposes, as is often the case with ancient bronzes. There might have been a very small repair at the back side of the base; if any, it was most likely done in antiquity; but it is hard to tell with certainty. Literature: R. Mellor, "The Goddess Roma" in Hildegard Temporini - Wolfgang Haase (eds.), Aufstieg und Niedergang der römischen Welt / Rise and Decline of the Roman World. Volume 17,2: Religion. Paganism: Roman Cults, Oriental Cults in the Roman World (Continued). Berlin – New York, Walter de Gruyter, 1981, p. 950-1030. ** This Item is located at our sister gallery in Europe. For shipments outside the EU, an Export License will be required - email for details ** ProvenanceEx- Hirsch Collection, Germany Material Bronze Dimensions 4-1/3”H Condition Intact   « Less