Roman Protome

Culture: Roman

Period: 2nd century A.D.

Material: Bronze Sheet

Dimensions: Diameter 18 cm

Price: Sold

Ref: 3015

Provenance: Collection Prof. Ernst Zweymüller, Vienna.

Condition: Intact

Description: Plastically formed head of a lion with two continuous fangs and broad mane. The protome was probably used as an adornment on a wheel, furniture or, very possible, on a sarcophagus.