Lot 295

Romano-Egyptian Bronze Lamp Erotic Satyr Equestrian

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Romano-Egyptian Bronze Lamp Erotic Satyr Equestrian
Romano-Egyptian Bronze Lamp Erotic Satyr Equestrian
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Romano-Egyptian Bronze Lamp Erotic Satyr Equestrian

Estimate: $8,000 - $12,000

Starting Bid: $3,500

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by Artemis Fine Arts
June 25, 2026 9:00 AM MDT (In Progress)
Live Auction
686 S. Taylor Avenue
Suite 108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

Roman, Egypt, ca. 2nd century BCE. A very heavy bronze oil lamp of a generally pear shape depicting a humanized Satyr riding a horse in a somewhat erotic fashion. The lamp has a flared foot and suspension loops - one above the horse's snout and one behind the satyr's head. Finely delineated with details in relief and incised - the half-nozzle upturned with a raised flange. A striking example, replete with impressive form and iconography - as well as a gorgeous patina that has developed over the ages. Size: 5.25" L x 3" H (13.3 cm x 7.6 cm)

In earlier Greek art, Silenos appear as grotesque, old, and ugly; however, in later art, especially in Attic works, these characteristics were softened to present a more youthful and graceful aspect. We witness this humanization or transformation of the Satyr in late Greek art. The depiction on this example may be modeled upon this humanized depiction. Another example of this shift occurs in the portrayal of Medusa and in that of the Amazon, characters who are traditionally depicted as barbaric and uncivilized. A humanized Satyr is also depicted in a work of Praxiteles known as the "Resting Satyr".

Provenance: private Dayton, Maryland, USA collection; ex-private F. B. collection, Maryland, USA, acquired between 1990 - 2010; private Florida, USA collection, purchased in 1999 from Avraham Rosen, New York, New York, USA. Consignor had the piece vetted by Christie's New York in 2013 - estimate was $6,000 - $8,000.

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Item # 195025

  • Condition: Good. Minor nicks to periphery of base. A tiny casting flaw atop the horse's snout and on the satyr's back. Otherwise intact and excellent. Gorgeous green and rich brown patina.

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
$200,000 + $20,000