Lot 2806
A Masterful Bronze Statuette of Jupiter. Roman, 1st-2nd century AD. The god stands with left leg slightly flexed, his weight on the right, with torso slightly twisted and head partially turned to the side. The cloak draped long his left side further emphasizes the Praxiliteian s-curve to his pose. His figure is robust and mature, the muscles on the torso strongly defined, and his beard long and full. His accoutrements include the large-leafed wreath on his head, and the thunderbolt (fulmen) in his right hand. The raised left hand once held a scepter, now missing. Left foot also missing, otherwise sculpture in choice condition, with fine, glossy olive and light green patina. Height: 3-3/4"; with custom stand. A quality work of art!
Estimated Value $3,000 - 5,000.
This statuette of Jupiter may ultimately be based on a Greek cult statue of Zeus from the 5th century BC. For other bronzes of this type, cf. LIMC VIII, 430-31, pls. 252, nos. 274, 275.
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