Ca. 1st-2nd century AD.
Crafted with meticulous artistry, this bronze figurine reverently portrays the goddess in a dignified stance. Draped in the robes of divine grace, she stands as an envoy between worlds, her left hand clasping the emblematic rudder of Fortuna – a symbol of the goddess's mastery over the navigational currents of human existence. This rudder, emblematic of steering fate's course, underscores the potent agency of the deity in shaping the trajectories of individuals and empires alike. With the vestiges of time's embrace having softened her facial features, her visage carries an air of serene enigma. Adorned with the ornate headdress that befits the stature of Isis, the figurine eloquently melds the distinct aspects of the goddesses she embodies. The elaborate headdress, a hallmark of Isis' legacy, crowns the figure with an aura of divine wisdom and sacred authority. Isis-Fortuna, an amalgamation of the venerable Egyptian goddess Isis and the Roman goddess Fortuna, transcends geographical boundaries to stand as an embodiment of cosmic influence over the tapestry of human destinies. Isis, hailing from the mystical realms of ancient Egypt, captivated Roman veneration through her role as a goddess of multifaceted influence. A potent deity of life, magic, and rebirth, she traversed cultural frontiers to engender devotion in the hearts of Romans seeking solace and transformation. In symbiotic fusion with Fortuna, the embodiment of fate and fortune, Isis-Fortuna presided over the enigmatic threads that wove the intricate narratives of lives within the Roman cosmos.
Size: L:63mm / W:30mm ; 52.5g
Provenance: Private London collection, pre-2000s.