Here is a large bowl (37 cm in diameter x 7 cm high). It is in very good condition and comes from a lot acquired from the estate of a collector who worked and lived in Tunisia, around Carthage, in the[...]
A red-figure terracotta dish with white and ochre highlights on a black ground. The central medallion is decorated with a frieze of stylized posts and leaves. In the center is a female head in profile[...]
Small bronze head of Osiris on a small porphyry block. Egypt. Late Period (664-332 BC), Saite period. Dimensions of the head: 42 x 26 x 11 mm. 16.75 g. Charming small head of the god Osiris, wearing t[...]
Le Tene Bronze Fibula Brooch.A bronze fibula from the La Tene culture civilization. A triangular arch, spring with four turns and internal rope and broken pin. Formerly from a Dutch Collection
Originating from an old English private collection (1980–1995) and accompanied by its certificate of authenticity, this female terracotta head exemplifies the serene balance and refined modeling of Gr[...]
Votive fragment in reddish-orange terracotta, depicting a stylized human torso truncated at the shoulders and pelvis. The right hand placed on the chest expresses the gesture of self-offering, a disti[...]
An impressive pair of Roman terracotta amphorae, dating from the 3rd to the 1st century BC, mounted on custom-made iron bases. These amphorae were traditionally used to store salted fish and other foo[...]
An impressive fragmentary Roman bust in limestone depicting Vulcan (Hephaestus), god of fire and the forge. The god is shown bare-chested, his right hand folded across the chest holding a bundle of bl[...]
A rare Greek terracotta figurine depicting Silenus, the mythical companion of Dionysus, portrayed in a squatting position typical of the comic and Dionysian imagery of the 5th century BC. The god, sho[...]
Roman Gladiator / Legion Bronze Figure.An original bronze figure depicting a Gladiator or Legion soldier.These kinds of figurines would have been widespread over the Roman Empire and would have depict[...]
Carved limestone fragment representing, on the left, a crouching dog with a slightly worn muzzle, and on the right, the lower part of a draped human leg standing as a vertical support. The stone, anci[...]
Originating from a rigorously documented provenance chain—former Belgian private collection, transfer through a Spanish antiquarian in 2022, and subsequent return to Brussels—this Etruscan terracotta [...]
Etruscan anatomical votive head in terracotta, examined under ×10 magnification and raking light. The modelling, of strong sculptural presence, shows a full, frontal face framed by a short, wavy hairs[...]
Tête féminine en marbre finement sculptée, présentant une chevelure ondulée retenue par un ruban lisse (tainia) ceignant la nuque d’une oreille à l’autre. Les lobes, percés à l’origine pour recevoir d[...]
Corinthian capital corner with two acanthus leaf points and volute.Roman art, 2nd-3rd century white marblewidth: 22 cmheight: 17 cmdepth: 17 cmCan be used as a wall bracket to display an antique objec[...]
Fragment of imperial porphyry, suitable for use as a statue base. Porphyry, a prestigious material extracted primarily in Egypt (notably at Mons Porphyrites), was prized in Roman antiquity and beyond [...]
Antique Bronze Fertility Goddess Pendant Roman. A very interesting pendant having a figure or deity in the middle. Provenance: Originally from Dutch collection.
Imperial Roman Cross Bow Fibula Brooch (Prov) Bigot CollectionA large bronze fibula / brooch from the Roman imperial period.Provenance:Originally from Bigot Collection
Celtic Horseman WarriorA Celtic horseman having a raised arm, made of some alloy possibly lead or mixed with other metals like bronze etc.Provenance:Formerly from a private Dutch collection
Here is a very beautiful terracotta statue head. The marks on the forehead and on the top of the head suggest an Egyptian crown. It comes from the estate of a collector who worked for several years in[...]
Unusually large krater with extensive depictions of Greek mythology. Light terracotta-colored ceramic with ebonized paint. Two projecting volute handles adorn the sides. The size of this krater is exc[...]
Bronze Age European BeltAn ancient Bronze Age European belt comprised of numerous interlocking vertical bronze elements stems with five knobs / globules on each. The hook has had some restoration. The[...]
Silver Byzantine Period Ring Ottoman or ByzantineThe ring is signet ring and also the head can roatate and the ring can be changed into a pendant.Material: Silver Condition: Very good.
Terracotta representation of Silenus - Greece, Hellenistic period (4th-1st century BC)Rare representation of Silenus seated, with prominent belly and phallus, holding an amphora and a cup in his hands[...]
Bust of Serapis in terracotta from the Roman period. Very beautiful archaeological piece. Great finesse of execution. Old wear. Free and insured shipping in mainland France.
Large Byzantine Pendant Cross 6th -13th CenturyA large Byzantine cross pendant made from copper alloy.These crosses were cast using wax molds, a similar cross can be found in the Havard Art Musuem.Pro[...]
Byzantine Pendant Cross 11th -13th CenturyA nice Crusader period Christian Byzantine cross pendant..Provenance:Private Spanish Collection.https://antiquesarmoury.com/product/byzantine-pendant-crusader[...]
3rd – 4th Century Roman Glass Pendant Shaped Like a JarA beautiful roman glass pendant, the material may also be obsidian or volcanic glass.The pendant is quiet a find and many references of such pend[...]
Ancient bronze sculpture depicting Harpocrates, the child god, seated, with his right index finger on his mouth. Egyptian work from the Late Period. Former collection of Mrs. T., France.
Period: 2nd – 1st century BC Origin: Western Mediterranean, probably Southern Italy or Southern Gaul Provenance: Former private collection, acquired before 1970 Unguentarium in black-glazed terracotta[...]
Period: 2nd – 1st century BC Origin: Mediterranean, probably Southern Italy or Southern Gaul Provenance: Former private collection, acquired before 1970 Campanian cup with black varnish, typology clos[...]
Roman child's ring in gold and glass paste imitating turquoise. Roman art. 2nd-3rd century. Diameter: 17 mm. 1.71 g. Charming little ring in a very beautiful state of preservation. Provenance: Galerie[...]
Head of Hercules (Herakles), in yellow Siena marble (Giallo Antico) Bearded male head with powerful modeling, identified as Hercules/Herakles by the thick beard and abundant hair, held by a ribbon (ta[...]
Archaeology.Olpé / small pitcher with handle.In black glazed terracotta.Roman Italy: 3rd-2nd century BC.Dimensions:H: 7.4 cm. Depth: 6 cm max.Diameter at the base: 4 cm. Presented natural, as is: as i[...]
Bell-shaped idol "with eyes". Tell BrakMiddle EastIt has a bell-shaped body topped with two pierced eyes. White calcite sculpture. Euphrates Valley, Tell Brak Period, late 4th millennium BCWhite calci[...]
Portrait of a young man sculpted in high relief, wearing a band (taenia) forming a garland of locks/leaves on his forehead. Mounted on a modern base.Roman period, 2nd-3rd century.
Egyptian bronze dagger, 8th-5th century BC. A very special Egyptian dagger with a leaf- or wasp-shaped blade, dating from the 8th to 5th century BC. Comparable daggers with many characteristics are on[...]
Archaeology. Ancient large terracotta bowl on heel. 1st-3rd century AD. Dimensions: Diameter: 16 cm. Height: 7.4 cm. Base diameter: 5.8 cm. IN GOOD CONDITION, no missing parts or dents, presence of co[...]
Exceptional terracotta statuette depicting a water carrier, traces of polychromy still clearly visible. Statuette found during the demolition of a house in Bordeaux, walled between two walls. Dating f[...]
Antique bust of a young man in terracotta with a base. Probably ancient Rome, but perhaps only 18th century. Dimensions: H: 12.1 cm max. H: 7.3 cm (terracotta only). Base diameter of the base: 5.1 cm [...]
Important and ancient Campanian ceramic cup on heel with black glaze. Period 4th-2nd century BC. With black glaze. Dimensions: Diameter: 24 cm. H: 5.3 cm. Presented natural and without shock or restor[...]
Period: 1st century BC Origin: Necropolis of La Catalane, Les Baux-de-Provence (Southern Gaul) Provenance: Collection of Hérain, formerly acquired before 1973 Complete modeled indigenous ceramic urn f[...]
Period: 1st century BC Origin: Necropolis of La Catalane, Les Baux-de-Provence (Southern Gaul) Provenance: Brunet Collection (no. 66), previously acquired before 1973 Olpé in wheel-thrown ceramic, com[...]
Period: 1st century BC Origin: Necropolis of La Catalane, Les Baux-de-Provence (Southern Gaul) Provenance: Brunet Collection (no. 53), previously acquired before 1973 Small ewer in modeled indigenous [...]
Period: 2nd – 1st century BC Origin: Necropolis of La Catalane, Les Baux-de-Provence (Southern Gaul) Provenance: Brunet Collection (no. 13), previously acquired before 1973 Campanian cup with black va[...]
Gallo-Roman ceramic pot. Terracotta pot from a Dauphinoise collection. Dimensions: H: 13.3 cm. Diameter: 15.5 cm. Diameter at the neck: 13.5 cm. Diameter at the base: 8.5 cm. Presented natural as is, [...]
Gallo-Roman bronze: head of a young man wearing a Phrygian cap. Gallo-Roman art. 3rd century. 36 x 28 x 12 mm. 13 g. Modern resin base. The presence of the mystery cult of Mithras is attested in Gaul [...]
Antique small ceramic Campanian cup on heel. Period 4th-2nd century BC. With black varnish. Dimensions: Diameter: 13.3 cm. H: 3.5 cm. Presented natural and in good used condition, without restoration,[...]
Sarcophagus mask - Egypt, Late Period (around 600 to 300 BC) Small carved wooden sarcophagus mask, presenting a face with schematic features. The almond-shaped eyes are set off by a marked relief, wit[...]
Archaeology. Terracotta heel cup. Small hard heel. 1st-3rd century AD. Dimensions: Diameter: 16 cm. Depth: 2.7 cm. Heel diameter: 6.9 cm. Circles in slight relief in the center. IN GOOD CONDITION, no [...]
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