Roman Bronze Nereid Riding a Ketos

An ancient Roman bronze group of a Nereid riding a ketos; the sea nymph is seated on the back of the goat-headed sea monster, her garment around her waist and her cape billowing above her head; on an integrally cast rectangular base with a crescent at front; probably a furniture attachment.

Ca. 3rd-4th century AD
Height: 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm.)
Formerly in a New York private collection.
Published: J. Eisenberg, Art of the Ancient World, vol. X, (1999), no. 59.
Inv#: 9475
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