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LOT 0150
Iron Age Celtic Bronze Boar
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (27.7 grams, 43 mm).
Modelled couchant or running on two inverted T-shaped mounting lugs, curled tail forming a suspension loop, circular socket to back, stylised detailing to the coat and facial features.
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.
Literature
Cf. Foster, J., Bronze Boar Figurines In Iron Age And Roman Britain, British Archaeological Report 39, 1977, pl.X, for similar.
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LOT 0150
Iron Age Celtic Bronze Boar
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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