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LOT 2160
Post Medieval Bronze Dancing Bear Statuette
CIRCA 18TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 in. (69.5 grams, 56 mm).
Modelled in the round in a dynamic position, standing on its hind legs with front paws facing forward, fur detailing to the body. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Norfolk, UK, gentleman.
Property of a private collector, West London, UK.
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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LOT 2160
Post Medieval Bronze Dancing Bear Statuette
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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Roman Style Marble Torso with Lionskin
19th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £221
Modelled as a muscular nude torso with lionskin draped over the left shoulder. 508 grams, 14 cm
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Probably intended to depict Hercules, who customarily wore a lionskin.
