Gallo-roman Bronze Statuette Of Telesphorus On A Pedestal
Origin: Gaul, Europe
Period: 2nd century AD
Dimensions: 4.25 in. H x 1.5 in. W x 1.5 in. D (on pedestal); 2.5 in. H (the statuette)
A superb and rare Gallo-Roman bronze statuette depicting Telesphorus, the Greek child god of healing. Telesphorus is consistently depicted as a dwarf wearing a cloak or hood; this statuette stands out for its strikingly grotesque facial features and a flowing, expressive cloak that envelops his entire body. Originally likely a Celtic deity, he was brought to Anatolia by the Galatians in the 3rd century B.C., then westward by the Romans around the 2nd century A.D.; where he was then associated with the *Genius Cucullatus* (or “hooded genius”), a figure characteristic of Gallo-Roman art of that period.
A rare Gallic example, remarkable for its shape and grotesque features. Presented on a contemporary base.
Period: 2nd century AD
Dimensions: 4.25 in. H x 1.5 in. W x 1.5 in. D (on pedestal); 2.5 in. H (the statuette)
A superb and rare Gallo-Roman bronze statuette depicting Telesphorus, the Greek child god of healing. Telesphorus is consistently depicted as a dwarf wearing a cloak or hood; this statuette stands out for its strikingly grotesque facial features and a flowing, expressive cloak that envelops his entire body. Originally likely a Celtic deity, he was brought to Anatolia by the Galatians in the 3rd century B.C., then westward by the Romans around the 2nd century A.D.; where he was then associated with the *Genius Cucullatus* (or “hooded genius”), a figure characteristic of Gallo-Roman art of that period.
A rare Gallic example, remarkable for its shape and grotesque features. Presented on a contemporary base.
725 €
Period: Before 16th century
Style: Rome and Antic Greece
Condition: En l'etat
Material: Bronze
Width: 3.25
Height: 10.5
Depth: 3.25
Reference (ID): 1792850
Availability: In stock
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