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LOT 0849

Roman Bronze Actor's Mask

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

3 1/4 in. (84 grams, 82 mm).

Modelled in the half-round, with grotesque facial features and scooped crescentic mouth, segmented hair.

Provenance

Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

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LOT 0849

Roman Bronze Actor's Mask

Sold for (Inc. bp): £234

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