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Comprising eight large beads, four domed, one melon, two spherical and one oval rock crystal bead. 78.2 grams total, 13-33 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Comprising a rectangular plate with 'ANNO' in capital letters, and three rivets below, a large ribbed hook to one end. 23.2 grams, 58 mm



From a Wiltshire, UK, collection, 1990s.

Stepped plano-convex hoop with large disc plaque, iridescent surface. 23.6 grams, 65 mm



From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by an original C.J. Martin sales invoice dated 3rd October 1990.

Comprising two conjoined tapering tubular cells, with applied handles at the shoulder. 46.6 grams, 11.7 cm



Private collection, 1990s-early 2000s.

Fragments of wall plaster with rendered surface painted with mainly Pompeii red, pale blue, brown and white detailing; some with an impression of timber laths to the reverse. 897 grams total, 6.8-16 cm



Acquired in the 19th century. Ex Jeger collection, Switzerland. UK gallery, early 2000s.

These small fragments, for analogies with the fragments of Pompeii, seem to belong to the second style of Roman painting, red panels representing highlight and shadow, decorated with vegetal interlaces. A red grenade fillet probably framed some panels. A fragment shows alternate blue and red colours over a cream background, maybe pertinent to a socle.

Composed of graduating mixed beads, the central feature with an oval tabular bead and a large annular bead, restrung. 11.4 grams, 37.2 cm



Acquired in the 1990s. Ex London, UK, collection.

Modelled as a miniature juglet with a bulbous body and a strap handle, pierced longitudinally. 5.56 grams, 21 mm



Ex the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1970s-2000s. Accompanied by a previously illustrated catalogue card with provenance.

Comprising a slender D-section hoop and a rub-over bezel set with orange glass intaglio with a janiform bust. 3.73 grams, 21.63 mm overall, 16.97 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)



UK private collection before 2000. London collection, acquired on the UK art market.

Mixed group of implements, including pins, awls, and other types. 64.8 grmas total, 4.3-16.2 cm



Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Carved mould-half for producing slipper-shaped oil lamps, with triangles and rosettes forming a band to the edge of the shoulder. 715 grams, 17.5 cm



From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.

Annular bracelet with D-section hoop and two opposing animal heads with ribbed necks. 26.3 grams, 63 mm



Ex P. Chapman collection, 1980s-1990s.

Including Cupid with bow, Mars with spear, Dioscouri and other types; each supplied with a museum-quality impression. 5.46 grams total, 9-14 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.