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LOT 0855
Roman and Other Bead Necklace
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
16 3/8 in. (22.7 grams, 41.5 cm).
A restrung designer necklace including oblate, biconvex and other types. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the London, UK, art market in the 1990s.
Ex London, UK, gallery.
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The satyr (Greek Silenus) modelled in the round with a laurel crown on the head, full beard and abundant hair to the sides of the head, hollow underside. 34.7 grams, 25 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Silver Ring with Insignia
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Comprising a narrow D-section hoop and a large circular bezel with insignia. 3.56 grams, 20.13 mm overall, 16.26 x 18.07 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P, USA 7 1/2, Europe 16.23, Japan 15)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Lead Sarcophagus Fragment with Menorah
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,340
Irregular fragment with raised concentric rings, low-relief wreath and raised bulbs forming a stem with seven arms. 1.36 kg, 32.5 cm
Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003-present. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12097-214786.
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