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Roman Marble Foot with Sandal

$22,000
£16,759.72
€19,326.54
CA$31,163.53
A$33,461.83
CHF 18,005.18
MX$395,988.09
NOK 226,832.50
SEK 206,883.90
DKK 144,403.53

About the Item

This evocative Roman marble foot fragment is a timeless remnant of the overlifesized sculpture it was once part of. Sensitively carved and polished, the outer sole of the sandal remains, with delicate, pointed straps joining between the first two toes in a diamond shape. Skilfully modelled, it reveals the hand of a master sculptor, and hints at the magnificence of the full statue in antiquity. Once belonging to Danish sculptor Jens Adolf Jerichau (1816-1883), it was likely acquired by him in Rome, where he worked in the studio of his famed contemporary, Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1844). Still displaying an original polish, and whether displayed on a table-top or a shelf, it is a timeless and aesthetic reminder of antiquity. Provenance: Collection of J. A. Jerichau (1816-1883). Sold at the Jerichau estate sale in 1884, lot 177-182 “Fragments of feet with sandals”. Subsequently with Professor C. Wilkens (1844-1929). Danish private collection, by inheritance. Please note that this item is a work of art and is thus exempt from US reciprocal tariffs. ArtAncient are dealers in rare wonders from the formation of the Solar System to late antiquity, discovering, studying and placing objects in extraordinary collections. Do not hesitate to contact us for more details on this piece.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Diameter: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Style:
    Classical Roman (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Marble,Hand-Carved
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1st - 2nd Century AD
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 427981stDibs: LU1052247309022

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