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LOT 0782
Roman Bone Figurine of a Lady
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 in. (14.7 grams, 68 mm).
Carved in the round female torso with incised transverse lines at the hips and knees; domed breasts and incuse navel; slots and suspension hole at the shoulders to accept posable arms; usage wear.
ProvenancePrivate collection, 1990s.
Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in 2000.
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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Eros, the Greek God of Love Holding a Theatrical Mask
1st century A.D.Estimate: £4,000 - 5,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,000
Plano-convex in section with intaglio scene: a small winged character stands beneath a large theatrical mask, supporting it on his shoulders; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.8 grams, 17 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. 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.13118-249633.
The young Eros appears with his face inside the wide-open mouth of the mask, looking out as a spectator. The mask is held in his small hands and is characterised by a thick beard, large orbital cavities, and short hair with ribbons. He is depicted in three-quarters seen from behind, engraved and polished with great skill. The stone has a convex surface with traces of ancient burning at the bottom and slight wear marks. -
Roman Glass Jug with Green Handle
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £328
Comprising a bulbous body, dimple base, tapering neck, flared mouth folded into a pouring lip, applied ribbed handle to the rear. 87 grams, 12.2 cm
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Roman and Later Hardstone Gemstone Collection
1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
Including scaraboid with group of three figures, scene with Minerva and trophaeum, profile bust, seated figures and other types; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 9.78 grams total, 9-18 mm
Private collection, England.
