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LOT 0685
Roman and Other Mixed Bead Group
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
1/8 - 3/4 in. (146 grams total, 3-19 mm).
Comprising polychrome glass and stone beads of various types. [358, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Roman Bronze Musical Flute
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £6,000 - 8,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,000
An extremely rare aulos or tibia with round-section body, six circular holes to one side and a D-shaped hole to the reverse. 87 grams, 23 cm
Fine condition. Extremely rare.
From the late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister; from her collection formed early 1960s-1990s. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D'Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11055-184396.
The flute was used for religious ceremonies and for entertainment. The pyrrhic, a war dance of Doric origin, was a rapid dance to the double flute, and made to resemble an action in battle. -
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Formed with stylised anatomical detailing and an integral suspension loop. 8.23 grams, 33 mm
Acquired on the EU art market around 2000. From the collection of a North American gentleman. -
Romano-British Enamelled Bronze Brooch
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Composed of a domed discoid body adorned with six lobes to the perimeter, enamelled cells of alternating colours; pin lug and catchplate to reverse. 15.9 grams, 26 mm
Found in the UK in the 1980s. Ex property of a Hampshire, UK, gentleman.