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LOT 1298
Celtic Bronze Bull's Head Finial
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (16.12 grams, 30.1 mm).
With crescentic horns and rectangular lug forming neck, possibly a staff finial.
Provenance‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
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Celtic Bronze Wild Boar's Head Mount
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Modelled in profile with naturalistic features, central fixing hole. 11.9 grams, 32 mm wide
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Romano-Celtic Bronze Torc-Shaped Brooch
1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
The round-section penannular frame with globular faux-twisted terminals; free-running tongue with slender stem. 5.34 grams, 29 mm
Found Essex, UK. -
Celtic Bronze Wild Boar
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Modelled in the round standing on a polygonal base, semi-naturalistic detailing to the head, coat and mane. 54 grams, 53 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
