Roman theatre mask dipping Dionysus Circa 1st-3rd. C Ad. Measurements: 29.6x32.8mm. 23.20g. The theatre mask was a staple of Greek and Roman theatre. This gave the actors their identity during their performances. It also allowed one person to play multiple roles in one show. The masks were predominantly used by actors. The theater mask was a popular devices in theatrical performances as it conveyed emotion to far-away audiences in the amphitheater. The theater mask portrayed very expressive faces in order to emphasise the emotions being shown. Size: 36 mm. Provence acquired object in 1990 In the London art market Previous private European collection 1985 The seller guarantees that he acquired this piece according to all national and international laws related to the ownership of cultural property. A provenance statement was seen by Catawiki. The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, a provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important info. The Seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. THE Seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. For shipment between the UK and the EU no export permit is needed but some import taxes may apply. The seller guarantees to have acquired this lot by legal means and he has the proper permits. The seller will inform the buyer about this if acquiring the proper permits and shipping the lot takes more than a few days.