Lion Protome Bracelet
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This Protome Lioness bracelet is a reproduction in 925 Silver plated with 18K gold taken from the original artifact cat. no. 6434 AB from the Taranto Superintendency. Inspired by earrings from Santa Maria Capua Vetere Inv. 24870, 24871 from the second half of the 4th - early 3rd century BC.C.
The bracelet is made of leather and features a hook closure, making it comfortable and easy to wear.
Features
- Material: Leather, 925 Silver plated with 18K Gold, emerald green enamel
- Weight: about 11.3 g
- Length: 19 cm
- Lace thickness: 0.5 cm
- Lace color: Black, Brown
- Made in Italy
Historical Curiosities
The protome, for the ancient Romans, was an artistic representation showing the front part of an animal (and in some cases also people) as lion, bull and ram which were often used in ornaments and in jewelry. These were mostly made of gold to show belonging to the highest social classes. Often associated with animals considered amulets or symbolic. The lion on this bracelet is a symbol of great vital strength, courage, pride, and royalty.
Bibliography:
"Splendors. Luxury in ornaments at Herculaneum", curated by Francesco Sirano.
"Female beauty in Pompeii. Cosmetics and ornaments", curated by Antonio D'Ambrosio.
"The collections of the National Museum of Naples", curated by the Pedicini photographic archive.