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LOT 0686
Roman Bronze and Lead Votive Axehead Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 1 3/8 in. (15.8 grams total, 11-35 mm).
Comprising: three lead axes; one bronze with rounded blade; one sheet-bronze with round-section loop. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Vessel Lid with Male Youth Wearing a Chlamys
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Opening Bid: £300
Discoid base supporting a seated youth with legs crossed wearing a chlamys, his left hand supporting fruit in the folds of the cloth and right hand holding one; base pierced; transverse wire to sides of the head, ring above. 366 grams, 80 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman and Later Bronze Ring Collection
2nd century B.C.-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Including ellipsoid bezel with low-relief running hare, and other types. 9.62 grams total, 15-24 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Roman Glass Double Unguentarium
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Opening Bid: £222
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From an important London, UK, collection, 1970-1990s.
