Description : A Roman bronze situla, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, with decorative band around the outside of the rim and the attachment plates with spiked bottom. The handle suspends the vessel from two loops, the base of the handle with stylized swan heads, H: 13.7 cm, D: 13.2 cm. Base and suspension plates re-attached, handle with repaired breaks. An attractive example! Ex property from the collection of Joseph Klein (1899-1987), New York City. Mr. Klein sought out and acquired these souvenirs as part of his vast collecting interests. Said to have collected in the manner of an 18th century connoisseur, his overall collection showcased his diverse array of artifacts acquired over a period of 45 years and included the art of ancient China, Egypt, Persia, Greece and Rome.
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Estimate (low-high) : 1200 USD-1400 USDIt's free to register now to view!
About the lot N° 108 Title : Roman Bronze Situla Condition report : Base and suspension plates re-attached, handle with repaired breaks Ancient Resource Auctions, auctioneer, Glendale, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : Auction #20: Ancient Artifacts Sale date : 08 Jun 2013It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale