Roman Bronze Eagle Rein Guides

A pair of ancient Roman bronze vehicle attachments (carpentum or chariot) in the form of eagle heads with thumbs acting as rein guides.

Ca. 1st - 3rd century AD.

Height: 2 3/4 in. (7 cm).

Formerly in a New York private collection.

Inv#: 9393

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