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LOT 1300
Celtic Bronze Deer Statuette
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (15.7 grams, 37 mm).
Modelled in the round, stylized features with tall neck and short legs, fixing hole to the centre.
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 Iron Age Bronze Terret Post and Slider Group
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One terret post comprising a slightly domed rectangular plate and projecting arm with domed terminal, suspension arm below; an eye-shaped slider with punched ring-and-dot motif to centre, suspension arm to reverse. 68 grams total, 32-51 mm
Acquired on the UK market, 1990s. Property of a retired academic. -
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. -
Celtic Bronze Standing Bird Statuette
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
On a square base with its head slightly cocked to one side. 5.65 grams, 23 mm high
‘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.