Roman Bronze Pin iklwa incorporating animals such as birds

incorporating animals such as birds

forming intricate geometric and floral motifs characteristic of Ottoman luxury craftsmanship

Jesper Nielsen

Afar People

Roman Bronze Pin iklwa incorporating animals such as birdsRoman Empire, c. 100200 AD Elegant ancient Roman bronze pin featuring a straight, tapering shaft ending in a finely pointed tip. Such pins were versatile personal items in antiquity, used either to fasten garments in placeserving as a practical alternative to broochesor as decorative hair accessories. The simplicity of its design reflects the refined functional aesthetic characteristic of Roman metalwork during the Imperial period. Good condition.