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Statuette of flying Victory
Roman
Early Imperial Period
1st century B.C. to 1st century A.D.
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Height: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harriet Otis Cruft Fund
Accession Number62.971
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsSculpture
Catalogue Raisonné
Greek, Etruscan, & Roman Bronzes (MFA), no. 074; Sculpture in Stone and Bronze (MFA), p. 119 (additional published references).
DescriptionThe extended right hand held a wreath, and a small trophy or standard or palm was undoubtedly supported in the crook of the left arm. Green patina, with some pitting. Right arm from above elbow missing; edges of wings and drapery slightly damaged.
The image is based on the Victory alighting on the globe of world dominion set up by Augustus in the Senate House in 29 B.C. to commemorate the battle of Actium.
The image is based on the Victory alighting on the globe of world dominion set up by Augustus in the Senate House in 29 B.C. to commemorate the battle of Actium.
ProvenanceBy 1962: with Mathias Komor, 19 East 71st Street, New York 21; November 14, 1962: purchased by MFA from Mathias Komor for $ 3,000-