EXCELLENT ANCIENT ROMAN BRONZE FIGURINE OF GOD PRIAPUS ON STAND CIRCA 200-300 AD

Delving deep into the rich tapestry of Roman religious practices and social mores, we are presented with this intricately crafted bronze figurine of Priapus, a deity of profound significance in ancient Roman culture. Revered as a god of fertility, vineyards, and gardens, Priapus also has associations with sexuality and masculine generative power.

This figurine, standing on an ornate stand, captures the deity in traditional portrayal – often with exaggerated masculine features, symbolizing potency and abundance. Such statues were common fixtures in gardens and farms of ancient Rome. Homeowners and farmers would install figures of Priapus as a protective talisman, believing that he would bestow upon the land bounteous crops and also serve as a deterrent to potential trespassers.

In Roman mythology, Priapus was also seen as a protector against evil enchantments and the warding off of malevolent spirits, making his presence significant in both the household and agrarian spaces. It wasn't uncommon for the well-to-do Roman households to have a 'lararium' or domestic shrine, where among other deities, a small statue or representation of Priapus might be found.

The association of Priapus with abundance and protection made him a favourite subject for Roman frescoes, mosaics, and sculptures. His depictions would often oscillate between reverence and humour, reflecting society's multifaceted perception of sexuality and fertility.

Acquiring this artefact provides more than just a piece of ancient artistry; it offers a deeper understanding of Roman societal norms, values, and daily practices. For collectors and enthusiasts alike, this figurine is an embodiment of Roman culture's blend of the sacred and profane, the earnest and the playful.

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