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LOT 0829
Roman Bronze Boar's Hoof Casket or Lamp Leg
CIRCA 1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (50 grams, 52 mm).
The cloven hoof with both main toes and dewclaws, with detailing beneath the toes, incised fur detailing.
ProvenanceEx 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 0829
Roman Bronze Boar's Hoof Casket or Lamp Leg
Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
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Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £111
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Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Roman Lapis Lazuli Gemstone with Putto
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
With intaglio putto sitting on a chalice, objects in the field; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.07 grams. 14.07 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Bone Gaming Dice Pair
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Each a cuboid with ring-and-dot markings disposed 1:6, 2:5, 3:4. 4.57 grams total, 10-11 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
