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LOT 0511
Graeco-Roman Bronze Ram-Headed Iron Knife
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
4 3/8 in. (26.5 grams, 11 cm).
Comprising a single-edged knife set with a balustered bronze handle with rope decoration, and the pommel formed as a ram with curving horns.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0511
Graeco-Roman Bronze Ram-Headed Iron Knife
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£70 (EUR 81; USD 95) +BP*
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Greek Bronze Ring with Bust of a Philosopher
3rd-2nd century B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £110
Lentoid-section hoop with integral disc bezel, incuse profile bust of a bearded, balding male. 5.38 grams, 24.33 mm overall, 19.56 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Etruscan Carnelian Scarab of a Charioteer in Gold Ring
Late 4th century B.C.Estimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
Opaque scaraboid engraved in globolo style with a dynamic scene of a charioteer driving a biga with his whip raised; set in a later sheet-gold mount and swivel ring, possibly 19th century; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 4.26 grams, 25.07 mm overall, 17.77 x 16.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Private English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s. Private collection, UK. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12948-245985.
In line with trends introduced from the Eastern Mediterranean increasing use was made by the Etruscans of war chariots, even more luxurious in appearance and faced with embossed sheets of bronze. In addition to transporting warriors, they proved an effective means of controlling outlying areas, and in case were status symbols of great prestige. The Orientalizing period also saw the importation of swift and nimble breeds that were particularly suited for use as cavalry mounts. -
Greek Iron Spectacle Brooch with Pin
Iron Age, circa 4th century B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Formed as a single rod in two large tightly-wound coils with integral pin and catch to reverse. 48.3 grams, 10.8 cm
From a UK collection formed in the 1980s. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
