Lot 725
Balsamarium in the Form of a Superbly Grotesque Theater Mask. Greco-Roman, 1st century BC. - 1st century AD. The little bronze globular vessel rendered as a full head mask of the type that became popular for the Athenian "New Comedies." This type, associated with the character of the "mischievous slave,"has deeply furrowed brows, shifty eyes, pug nose, and wide flattened tubular mouth. His thick wig encircled with a wreath of vine leaves and grapes. The rim of the vessel serrated, and lacking the cap. Vessel finely preserved, with excellent dark green patina. Height: 2-1/4". Excellent period artwork, with a truly choice characterization. A unique piece of history for the actor or theater buff.
Estimated Value $1,400 - 1,850.
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| Realized $1,840 |
