Rare Ancient Roman Bronze Eagle Sitting on Bull's Head Circa 1st-3rd century AD This fantastic bronze statuette represents an eagle in a majestic pose, perched atop a bull’s head that crowns a short column. The eagle's body is rendered in meticulous detail, with finely delineated plumage that captures the bird's power and grace. Its wings are held back in a poised, yet dynamic stance, while the head is raised, exuding an aura of strength and authority. In Roman culture, the eagle was a symbol of Jupiter, the king of the gods, and was often associated with imperial power. The bull's head represents strength and sacrifice. Dimensions: 60mm x 20mm; weight 50g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.