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LOT 2002
Post-Classical Lapis Lazuli Gemstone with Allegory of Roman Military Power
18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (9.07 grams, 35 mm).
With incuse scene including three military standards, a laurel frond, three profile busts with crowns, a she-wolf suckling the twins and other items; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
Private collection, England.
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LOT 2002
Post-Classical Lapis Lazuli Gemstone with Allegory of Roman Military Power
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli and Other Bead Necklace String
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Restrung group of fusiform and other types with interstitial rosettes. 29.9 grams, 44.5 cm
From London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s. -
Large White Marble Bust of Diana the Huntress
19th century A.D.Estimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
The goddess shown in an elegant pose with her head turned to the right and her gaze directed upwards, wearing a laurel leaf crown and a loose garment covering her left breast, leaving the right one exposed, narrow quiver strap crossing over her right shoulder; her hair dressed in soft waves and pulled to a chignon at the nape of her neck; old repair on the neck. 66.5 kg, 68 cm high
Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13080-246797.
In the 19th century, many studies of the hunter goddess were inspired by the 'Diana of Versailles', a 2nd-century Roman version in the Greek tradition of iconography, today in the collection of the Louvre Museum, Paris, France. -
Georgian Agate Bodkin Case with High Carat Gold Mounts
England, circa 1760 A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
The tubular body and lid in turned and polished agate with gold fittings. 60.6 grams, 10.9 cm
Private collection, Europe. Acquired on the English art market.
