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LOT 0667
Marble Head of a Boy
ROMAN, 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
8 1/4 in. (6.2 kg, 21 cm high).
Modelled facing in the round with naturalistic features.
ProvenanceAcquired 1960s-1990s.
Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
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Roman Bronze Statuette of Isis-Fortuna
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Opening Bid: £750
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Ex West London gentleman's collection, 1990s. Accompanied by a previous dealer's catalogue and price card (£2,500.00). -
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1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Displaying pale blue enamel panels to the shoulders, blue glass bead to the bow and elliptical lug to the footplate; partial remains of pin lug and catchplate. 18.7 grams, 56 mm
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