Copper alloy, 35.26 grams; 87.46 mm. Circa 3rd-4th century AD. A beautifully cast bronze lock hasp depicting a stylised male figure. The head is of real form with a large securing loop on top connected to the wide chest section which has two small projections that represent the arms. The lower body and legs are in the form of a long tapering column with decorated pillar at the base, in the centre of this column is a square section with a raised triangle, this represents the groin area. A stunning piece in extremely fine condition. Ex English collection.