A Roman Bronze Applique of Dionysos, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd century CE Jewelry - Necklaces a pronounced everted rim

a pronounced everted rim

His right hand is extended toward the offerings

Provenance: Private Australian collection

This tiny tomb was discovered almost intact by Howard Carter in 1922

A Roman Bronze Applique of Dionysos, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 2nd century CE Jewelry - Necklaces a pronounced everted rimA finely cast Roman bronze applique in the form of a head of Dionysos, shown with youthful features and a luxuriant wreath of ivy leaves encircling his hair. The facial expression is serene and idealized, with prominent almond shaped eyes and parted lips. The headdress features vine and fruit motifs, characteristic of Dionysian iconography. Such appliques were likely affixed to furniture, ceremonial vessels, or architectural panels, serving both