A Gallo-Roman Bronze Dog, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Sculpture - Metal The reverse bears the Greek

The reverse bears the Greek legend BASILEWS ALEXANDROU around an anchor

The stone is framed by an elaborate openwork mount composed of delicately spiraled gold wirework that forms an intricate

Pforzheim "Jewelry from Persia

Bronze statuettes such as the present example were dedicated by pilgrims seeking divine favor

but still remains in the incision

A Gallo-Roman Bronze Dog, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 3rd century CE Sculpture - Metal The reverse bears the GreekA small, solid cast bronze amulet of a dog curled in a recumbent pose with a suspension hole in the inner curve of its body. He is naturalistically rendered, with curled tail, pointed ears, and snout resting on the ground near his front paws. A charming example that shows the nature of dogs hasn't changed in 2,000 years! Medium: Bronze Dimensions: Length: 1 1 2 inches (3. 8 cm) Condition: The dog is intact and in excellent condition, with a lovely