Details
LOT 4293
Bronze Roman Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print 3rd century A.D. and later
The coin of Constantine the Great (272-337 A.D.) mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 207/1150. 19 1/2 x 14 3/4 in. (1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm). [No Reserve]
Provenance
UK gallery, early 2000s.
Accompanied by a previous numbered certificate of authenticity.
Footnotes
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist.
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