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LOT 0791
Life-Size Roman Bronze Thumb
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 in. (137 grams, 68 mm).
Hollow-form with accurate anatomical detailing. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a London antiquarian, formed since the 1980s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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Cut Ancient Roman Stone Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £4,420
Group of cut and polished stone fragment specimens mounted in on a wooden board with frame; manuscript titled label 'Marmi dell' antica Roma' (marbles of ancient Rome) and small manuscript label beneath each block. 5.45 kg, 46.5 x 62.5 cm
From a 19th century European collection, Paris, France. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Roman Bronze 'Help Me Serapis' Ring
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
With rectangular plaque, incuse Greek inscription 'CEPAΔωΠI/BOHΘI' (Help me Serapis). 3.74 grams, 20.40 mm overall, 17.71 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K 1/2, USA 5 1/2, Europe 10.58, Japan 10)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Large Roman Iridescent Glass Arm-Ring Bangle
Circa 4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
D-shaped in section, annular in plan, some iridescence remaining. 40.6 grams, 79 mm
From an old English collection. Acquired from Den of Antiquity, Cambridgeshire, UK, circa 2008. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985. Accompanied by an old dealer's ticket. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
