169 - Roman Marble Torso of 'Weary' Hercules. Ex Pierre Berg & Associ s, 2005 ( 55,000 - 60,000)

Roman Marble Torso of 'Weary' Hercules. Ex Pierre Berg & Associ s, 2005 ( 55,000 - 60,000) 1st-2nd century A.D. Finely carved torso of a youthful male, retaining exceptional anatomical definition, depicted in a relaxed contrapposto with the weight borne on the right leg and the pelt of an animal skin draped over the left shoulder; mounted on a custom-made display stand. Cf. Mazor, G. and Atrash, W. (2021) Torso of a Weary Heracles Marble Statuette from ?orbat ?arbenet, in Atiqot, Vol. 104, Article 15, 2021, pp.167-177, fig.1, for the type. 28.7 kg total, 65 cm including stand (25 1/2 in.). [A video of this lot is available to view on TimeLine Auctions Website] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Anderson collection, before 1987. Private collection, Australia, 2003. Pierre Berg & Associ s, 15 October 2005, no.191 ( 55,000 - 60,000). Accompanied by a printed copy of the Spanish cultural export licence no.1775-3178156. Accompanied by copies of the relevant Pierre Berg & Associ s catalogue pages. Accompanied by copies of a letter from The Art Loss Register confirming the piece has been checked on their Database of stolen works of art, 5 September 2000. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13457-260918. The model reflects the Roman adaptation of established Greek prototypes, demonstrating both fidelity to classical forms and the Roman penchant for idealised physicality imbued with heroic identity. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.