A Roman Marble Feline Paw - Roman Period
Marble feline paw - Roman period
around the 2nd century AD
Probably the corner of a sarcophagus or the foot of a table, this feline paw presents all the classic characteristics of feline paws in ancient statuary: extended claws, prominent tendons and knotty joints.
Our example is interesting for the finesse of its sculpture and its size.
No restorations.
Provenance: ex Parisian collection
Height: 14cm
Width: 17cm
around the 2nd century AD
Probably the corner of a sarcophagus or the foot of a table, this feline paw presents all the classic characteristics of feline paws in ancient statuary: extended claws, prominent tendons and knotty joints.
Our example is interesting for the finesse of its sculpture and its size.
No restorations.
Provenance: ex Parisian collection
Height: 14cm
Width: 17cm
4 500 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Rome and Antic Greece
Condition: Good condition
Material: Marble
Width: 17cm
Height: 14cm
Reference (ID): 1467289
Availability: In stock
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