Roman - Bronze Lares Figurine > Lot No. 521

Description:
Circa 2nd century AD. A solid cast standing statuette of a female togate Lares figure with delicately moulded features, hair and fabric, standing on a cylindrical hollow cast base; the base, although contemporary, may be a replacement.

Measurements:
112 mm tall (including base).

Condition:
Very fine and undamaged.

References:
Cf. Benet R11-0114.

Provenance:
Old English collection.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £900 - 1,200 (EUR 1,070 - 1,430; USD 1,430 - 1,900)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £920