Lot 1793
Mouse - Finely Crafted Study of Crouching Mouse in Bronze. Rome, 1st-2nd century AD. The mouse, with tail tucked under, sits slightly raised on its hind legs, and once held a morsel in its now missing paws. Some fissures and pits in the metal, otherwise as found, and intact, with pleasing green patina. Length: 1-7/8".
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
The Romans apparently delighted in the almost human antics seen among mice. The subject figures frequently in such small personal objects as the above bronze. Likewise, in the decorative and minor arts, mice are often seen stealing food from the table, sometimes tormenting or teasing roosters, or even driving chariots (sometimes riding in one, and pulled by an elephant!).
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| Realized $575 |
