Ancient Roman

Ex-voto depicting a duck. 2nd–3rd centuries AD. Small zoomorphic finial cast in bronze representing a rooster, with an upright neck, stylized head, bulky body, and distinctive elevated tail. The plumage of the wings, neck and tail appears carefully indicated through reliefs and incisions. It preserves at the bottom a stem intended for fixation to a larger object, probably furniture, utensil or ornamental element. Dark patina of archaeological character. 41 × 41 × 17 mm.

Estimate:£167.43

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