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Roman knife handle in the form of a male head with phrygian cap
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El Campello , Alicante
Beschreibung
ITEM: Knife handle in the form of a male head with phrygian cap
MATERIAL: Bone
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 66 mm x 14 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, R.B., acquired in 1979
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
The Phrygian cap, often associated with freedom and rebellion, was a symbol with deep cultural significance, and its inclusion in the design of a knife handle speaks to Roman interest in both the cultural and symbolic associations of objects. This style of knife handle would likely have been used by someone of high social status or importance, as the design is not only decorative but also showcases the wealth and taste of the owner. The male head, possibly a representation of a mythological or historical figure, would have been sculpted with great detail, demonstrating the skill of Roman artisans in working with materials such as bronze, ivory, or wood.
The Phrygian cap itself had a particular connotation in the Roman world, symbolizing liberty and often associated with freedmen and revolutionary figures. Its appearance on a knife handle might have had a symbolic meaning, suggesting the owner's connection to these values or perhaps a desire to align themselves with the ideal of freedom. This form of headgear was also famously worn by figures in both Greek and Roman art as a marker of a distinct cultural identity. Its use on a utilitarian object like a knife handle elevates the object from mere functionality to an item of cultural and artistic significance, reflecting how the Romans often integrated symbolism into everyday tools.
Objects like this knife handle, which combine utility with symbolic art, reflect the Roman ability to blend form and function. While knives themselves were essential items used for a variety of tasks, such as eating, cutting, and even in military contexts, their handles were often decorated to reflect personal identity, cultural affiliations, and status. The male head with a Phrygian cap on the handle of a knife would have been a striking example of how Romans personalized even the most practical of tools.
MATERIAL: Bone
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 66 mm x 14 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, R.B., acquired in 1979
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
The Phrygian cap, often associated with freedom and rebellion, was a symbol with deep cultural significance, and its inclusion in the design of a knife handle speaks to Roman interest in both the cultural and symbolic associations of objects. This style of knife handle would likely have been used by someone of high social status or importance, as the design is not only decorative but also showcases the wealth and taste of the owner. The male head, possibly a representation of a mythological or historical figure, would have been sculpted with great detail, demonstrating the skill of Roman artisans in working with materials such as bronze, ivory, or wood.
The Phrygian cap itself had a particular connotation in the Roman world, symbolizing liberty and often associated with freedmen and revolutionary figures. Its appearance on a knife handle might have had a symbolic meaning, suggesting the owner's connection to these values or perhaps a desire to align themselves with the ideal of freedom. This form of headgear was also famously worn by figures in both Greek and Roman art as a marker of a distinct cultural identity. Its use on a utilitarian object like a knife handle elevates the object from mere functionality to an item of cultural and artistic significance, reflecting how the Romans often integrated symbolism into everyday tools.
Objects like this knife handle, which combine utility with symbolic art, reflect the Roman ability to blend form and function. While knives themselves were essential items used for a variety of tasks, such as eating, cutting, and even in military contexts, their handles were often decorated to reflect personal identity, cultural affiliations, and status. The male head with a Phrygian cap on the handle of a knife would have been a striking example of how Romans personalized even the most practical of tools.
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ITEM: Knife handle in the form of a male head with phrygian cap
MATERIAL: Bone
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 66 mm x 14 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, R.B., acquired in 1979
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
The Phrygian cap, often associated with freedom and rebellion, was a symbol with deep cultural significance, and its inclusion in the design of a knife handle speaks to Roman interest in both the cultural and symbolic associations of objects. This style of knife handle would likely have been used by someone of high social status or importance, as the design is not only decorative but also showcases the wealth and taste of the owner. The male head, possibly a representation of a mythological or historical figure, would have been sculpted with great detail, demonstrating the skill of Roman artisans in working with materials such as bronze, ivory, or wood.
The Phrygian cap itself had a particular connotation in the Roman world, symbolizing liberty and often associated with freedmen and revolutionary figures. Its appearance on a knife handle might have had a symbolic meaning, suggesting the owner's connection to these values or perhaps a desire to align themselves with the ideal of freedom. This form of headgear was also famously worn by figures in both Greek and Roman art as a marker of a distinct cultural identity. Its use on a utilitarian object like a knife handle elevates the object from mere functionality to an item of cultural and artistic significance, reflecting how the Romans often integrated symbolism into everyday tools.
Objects like this knife handle, which combine utility with symbolic art, reflect the Roman ability to blend form and function. While knives themselves were essential items used for a variety of tasks, such as eating, cutting, and even in military contexts, their handles were often decorated to reflect personal identity, cultural affiliations, and status. The male head with a Phrygian cap on the handle of a knife would have been a striking example of how Romans personalized even the most practical of tools.
MATERIAL: Bone
CULTURE: Roman
PERIOD: 2nd - 3rd Century A.D
DIMENSIONS: 66 mm x 14 mm
CONDITION: Good condition
PROVENANCE: Ex German private collection, R.B., acquired in 1979
Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export Licence. If you are from outside the European Union, we will have to apply for the export licence again for your country, this takes 4 to 6 weeks and has a cost of 5% of the amount of the sale, this amount will be added to the final invoice.
The Phrygian cap, often associated with freedom and rebellion, was a symbol with deep cultural significance, and its inclusion in the design of a knife handle speaks to Roman interest in both the cultural and symbolic associations of objects. This style of knife handle would likely have been used by someone of high social status or importance, as the design is not only decorative but also showcases the wealth and taste of the owner. The male head, possibly a representation of a mythological or historical figure, would have been sculpted with great detail, demonstrating the skill of Roman artisans in working with materials such as bronze, ivory, or wood.
The Phrygian cap itself had a particular connotation in the Roman world, symbolizing liberty and often associated with freedmen and revolutionary figures. Its appearance on a knife handle might have had a symbolic meaning, suggesting the owner's connection to these values or perhaps a desire to align themselves with the ideal of freedom. This form of headgear was also famously worn by figures in both Greek and Roman art as a marker of a distinct cultural identity. Its use on a utilitarian object like a knife handle elevates the object from mere functionality to an item of cultural and artistic significance, reflecting how the Romans often integrated symbolism into everyday tools.
Objects like this knife handle, which combine utility with symbolic art, reflect the Roman ability to blend form and function. While knives themselves were essential items used for a variety of tasks, such as eating, cutting, and even in military contexts, their handles were often decorated to reflect personal identity, cultural affiliations, and status. The male head with a Phrygian cap on the handle of a knife would have been a striking example of how Romans personalized even the most practical of tools.
Auction 6 of Ancient Art
Auktionsdatum
Ort der Versteigerung
Apartado de Correos 521
El Campello
Alicante
03560
Spain
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8.1. If you win more than one item, we can do a combined shipment and you will not be charged extra for it, unless one of the pieces won makes shipping more expensive.
8.2. Items will be shipped only upon receipt of payment in full and will be insured for their full value. For shipments outside Europe, customs and duties may apply upon entry in to customer country, and this fee, if any, is the buyer’s responsibility. We will not falsify customs value on international shipments! If you have questions about this, please inquire before bidding.
8.3. As a guideline, for a small parcel, our courier and insured shipping rates are: 9,95 € for Spain, 24,95 € for Europe, England and Switzerland and 39,95 € for America and Asia. If its a medium parcel, 9,95 € for Spain, 24,95 € for Europe, England and Switzerland and 69,95 € for America and Asia. In case it is large, heavy or for a value of more than 1000 euros may be increased slightly from the rates shown.
8.4 For pieces that are very fragile or very large in size/weight and that can only be shipped within the European Union, United Kingdom and neighbouring countries that can be transported by road will be shipped by private courier (door to door) and the price will be 350 euros, 100 euros for Spain.
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