Large Canaanite Chocolate and White Ware Jug
A large Canaanite chocolate and white ware jug
REFERENCE #
KB_PT_9984
CIVILIZATION
Late Bronze Age IA, 1530 B.C.E. – 1480 B.C.E.
SIZE
H. 26 cm
CONDITION
Fine condition
PRICE
Price available upon request
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Large Canaanite Chocolate on White Ware Bowl
A large Canaanite chocolate on white ware, loop footed krater
Massive Canaanite Oil Lamp
A massive Canaanite oil lamp. Among the earliest of clay lamps is the saucer lamp. In antiquity, these developed after a saucer or shallow bowl had its edges folded up to form a spout. A great variety of these lamps exists. These lamps would have been the style in use in the Old Testament especially in king David’s time. Every Canaan lamp is hand folded, so minor variation will occur, but all have this general look.
REFERENCE #
KB_PT_9985
CIVILIZATION
Late Bronze Age IIB, 1300 B.C.E. – 1100 B.C.E.
SIZE
W. 24 cm
CONDITION
Fine condition
PRICE
Price available upon request
Monumental Imperial Roman Marble Eagle
Description
A large and imposing majestic Roman marble eagle, straight gaze, with its wings spread and legs bent preparing to take flight
REFERENCE #
SI_RM_1100
CIVILIZATION
Roman, 100 C.E. – 200 C.E.
SIZE
H. 64 cm
CONDITION
The beak is restored, otherwise in perfect condition.
PRICE
Price available upon request
PROVENANCE
French Private Collection purchased in Paris in the 1970’s.
Phoenician Bichrome Ceramic Amphora
The dull pointed base of this large Phoenician amphora hints to the worker’s toil in an ancient time. With nary a bottom upon which to rest, this vessel would have been lugged by its two handles through the winding streets of a grand Phoenician city. In order to keep tabs on his investment, this vessel’s owner would have used the lovely bichrome decorations that ring its body and neck as a mark of possession, individualizing it among the others in the market.
The smooth sides of this terracotta amphora remain in excellent condition, while the bichrome bands are still crisp and distinctly colored.
REFERENCE #
KB_PT_2546
CIVILIZATION
Iron Age II B, 900 B.C.E. – 800 B.C.E.
SIZE
H. 22 cm
CONDITION
Fine condition
PRICE
Price available upon request
Roman Bronze Medusa Phalera with Silver Inlays
Medusa, the beautiful gorgon with winged head and snaky hair, is modeled in relief on the convex disc, as a beautiful woman with severe face, her long hair falling in rich curls around her head, turned into curled snakes, tied below her chin. A large pair of wings coming out from the top of her head and spreading to its sides.
The Medusa face is portrayed with dramatic expression, with frowning brows, large accentuated eyes, long nose with dilated nostrils, and the full lips slightly opened to expose clenched teeth. The eyes and teeth accentuated with inlaid silver.
The figure is modeled in fine style, and the details rendered with great attention, to create a vivid expression and liveliness.
The Phalera, an armor decoration, mounted on the chest, was believed to have the power to protect its bearer from enemies and to ward off the evil. It may be found in depictions of the goddess Athena (- Minerva) and the god Mars (-Ares), of Alexander the Great, and of Roman Emperors and military officers.
Reference: Cf. Medusa phalera on goddess Athena: De Caro, S., The National Archeological Museum of Naples, 1996, p. 320. On Alexander the Great: Ibid, p. 144.
On a Roman Emperor: Kleiner, D. E. E., Roman Sculpture, Yale University Press, 1992, p. 240, fig. 203. On the god Mars: Ibid, p. 182, fig. 150.[/vc_column_text]
REFERENCE #
SI_RM_1080
CIVILIZATION
Roman, 200 C.E. – 300 C.E.
SIZED. 12.5 cm
CONDITION
Excellent condition. Minor cosmetic fillings, otherwise perfect.
PRICE
P.O.R
Roman Bronze Phalera
Description
This impressive bronze Roman phalera exemplifies the craftsmanship and symbolic artistry of ancient Roman metalworkers. The circular disk features an intricate high-relief depiction of a classical figure, possibly a deity or mythological character, rendered with expressive detail and dynamic flowing hair. The bronze surface exhibits a rich patina, with hues of green and brown indicating its ancient provenance and the natural weathering process over centuries.
The phalera, would have been used as a decorative ornament on military uniforms or horse harnesses, serving both decorative and symbolic purposes. The finely detailed relief showcases the artisan’s skill in metalwork, with carefully modeled features that convey strength and character.
REFERENCE #
SI_RM_1110
CIVILIZATION
Roman, 100 C.E. – 200 C.E.
SIZED. 8cm
CONDITION
Excellent condition.
PRICE
$8995