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LOT 0007
Roman Agate Cameo of a Theatrical Mask of Pornoboskos
1ST CENTURY B.C.
1/2 in. (0.69 grams, 12 mm).
Plano-convex in section with reserved facing theatrical mask of Pornoboskos, or brothel-keeper, with bald head and bushy beard.
ProvenancePrivate English collection, formed between the late 1970s and early 1990s.
Private collection, London, UK.
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LOT 0007
Roman Agate Cameo of a Theatrical Mask of Pornoboskos
Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,380
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Eastern Roman Gemstone of Apollo in Gold Ring
1st century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Intaglio engraved with a profile bust of Apollo, the god of lyrical poetry, wearing a wreath; a kithara in the field; set into a later substantial gold ring with D-section hoop, a conical projection to each shoulder; separately made bezel with floral motif to the domed underside; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 13.26 grams, 31.15 mm overall, 19.61 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T, USA 9 1/2, Europe 21.26, Japan 20)
Ex Japanese collection, 1990s. Private collection, England. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13166-249547. -
Roman Bronze Handle with Head of Medusa Between Dolphins
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Formed as a gorgoneion mask gripped in the jaws of two opposed dolphins with s-curved bodies and terminating in vine leaves. 168 grams, 15.6 cm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Artefact Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Including bow brooch, key handle and other items. 145 grams total, 41-75 mm
Found Norfolk, UK.
