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LOT 1294
Iron Age Celtic Bronze Pendant Pair
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
3 3/8 in. (8.23 grams, 85 mm).
Composed of a twisted bar with pendant dangle to each terminal formed as shallow crescents with recessed discoid terminals. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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Celtic Bronze Recumbent Bull
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £167
With detailing, recess and mounting lugs to base; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 115 grams total, bull: 51 mm long
‘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 Silver Snake
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £293
With open mouth and impressed eyes, tail forming a hook. 22 grams, 20.5 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Celtic Iron Age Bronze Cosmetic Grinder Bowl
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Leaf-shaped in plan with a shallow bowl and pierced lug handle. 23 grams, 64 mm
Found Bedfordshire, UK, in the 1980s. Property of a Kempston, UK gentleman.
