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LOT 0932

Roman Bronze Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print

3RD CENTURY A.D. AND LATER

19 1/2 x 14 3/4 in. (1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm).

The coin of Constantine the Great (272-337 A.D.) mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 218/1150. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

Accompanied by a previous certificate of authenticity.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

Literature

Cf. Wilcox, P., Rome's Enemies (2): Gallic and British Celts, London, 1985, pl.G, for similar images of Roman soldiers.

Footnotes

David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist.

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LOT 0932

Roman Bronze Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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