Roman Copper Alloy Bird Finial nkisi by embedding these materials

by embedding these materials

particularly in Pannonia (modern Hungary)

Encrustation and dust

Ron van Doorn & Herbert M

with a notable concentration in eastern Slavonia

Roman Copper Alloy Bird Finial nkisi by embedding these materialsThe Roman Empire, c. 100300 AD Fabulous small sized Roman zoomorphic copper alloy bird finial, coarsely cast yet full of character. Likely once the decorative head of a rod or distaff, the figure takes the form of a dove or pigeon, with a downward pointing beak, short neck, and long, thin tail. The underside is hollow, and the legs transition into an oval base pierced with five small perforations for attachment. A charming and evocative survivor of