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LOT 0704
Large Roman Red Ware Rectangular Platter Fragment with Bestiarius Gladiator and Lion
NORTH AFRICA, CIRCA 4TH-5TH CENTURY A.D.
7 1/2 in. (308 grams, 19 cm).
A thick rim fragment with a section of the raised foot underneath, raised lip to the rim, at the centre, a bestiarius gladiator holding a large spear and advancing towards a large lion with its head lowered and teeth exposed; behind the bestiarius, a large figure of a fallen warrior wearing a short tunic, a sword scabbard suspended from his belt. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A85.
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LOT 0704
Large Roman Red Ware Rectangular Platter Fragment with Bestiarius Gladiator and Lion
Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
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Roman to Byzantine Bronze Ring Group
2nd-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
Comprising nine rings with bezels, one possibly representing a coiled snake. 25.58 grams total, 16-27 mm
Bonhams, Knightsbridge, London, Antiquities Sale, Thursday 22nd April 1999, no.143 (part). Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman. Accompanied by a copy of the Bonhams invoice. -
Roman Lead Child's Toy
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
Formed as a standing figure dressed in a knee-length garment, hands crossed at the chest. 10.8 grams, 47.8 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Standing Figure
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
D-section hoop and gently angled shoulders, oval bezel with a standing figure holding a staff and a small pouch, possibly depicting the messenger god Mercury. 7.23 grams, 25.04 mm overall, 14.56 x 18.82 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J 1/2, USA 5, Europe 9.32, Japan 9)
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
