Roman Bronze Panther Sword Hilt

An ancient Roman large bronze sword hilt with a curved pommel in the form of a snarling panther; once an attachment for a life size bronze statue.

Ca. 1st - 3rd century AD.

Height: 7 1/2 in. (19 cm).

Formerly in a French private collection; Gorny & Mosch auction, Munich, December, 2010, lot 472.

Inv#: 9634

Guaranteed Authentic

$12,500

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