Bidspirit auction | Roman Marble Panther Protome Fragment

Roman Marble Panther Protome Fragment - 1st century A.D.. Sculpted as a panther with head turned on its long muscular neck, mouth open and teeth bared; highly polished finish; mounted on a custom-made stand. 758 grams total, 15 cm high including stand (5 7/8 in.). Previously acquired from a USA collection, 1980s.Ex private German collection.This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.12082-213586. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]