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LOT 0593
Roman and Later Bronze Ring Collection
1ST-19TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 1 1/8 in. (75 grams total, 16-30 mm).
Featuring a range of ring sizes and types; the majority with decorative bezels displaying floral, geometric, buckle and other designs, including one inscribed 'TIT /TIT' over two lines. [27, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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Romano-British Brooch Collection
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Composed of a number of brooch types, including one with remains of enamelled decoration and one with tinning; most with pins absent. 81 grams total, 24-48 mm
Found Wiltshire and UK. Ex private Merseyside, UK, collection. -
Gemstone with Lion
Roman, 2nd-3rd century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £195
Of truncated conical form, the agate stone engraved with a prancing male lion facing right, one front leg and tail raised; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 1.79 grams, 14 mm
Acquired on the European art market in the late 1960s-early 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Sitting Dog Statuette
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing including collar, seated holding the right paw upwards; on a round base with loop to the rear, possibly a balsamarium or other high-status vessel lid. 37.8 grams, 40 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
