Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 0649
Roman Bronze Crouching Bear Mascot Figure
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 7/8 in. (65 grams, 47 mm).
Formed in the round on a curved base, semi-naturalistic anatomical and facial detailing; circular socket to base of neck and base for insertion of a banner rod.
Provenance
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
CONDITIONVETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 0649
Roman Bronze Crouching Bear Mascot Figure
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
RELATED LOTS
-
Roman and Later Bronze Ring Collection
1st-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Comprising examples with: enamelled bezels; seal bezels; an archer's thumb ring; bezel set with a 'jewel'; hoops with inscriptions around the exterior; hoops with geometric schemes around the exterior; plain examples. 42 grams total, 17-27 mm
Found Berkshire, UK. -
Roman and Later Artefact Group
1st-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Comprising decorative strap ends; clothes fittings; mounts; inscribed weights, pendants; buttons, pins; masks; figural busts; together with other miscellaneous items. 455 grams total, 9-76 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance. -
Roman Bronze Lioness Figure
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £333
Modelled in the round crouching with one forepaw held aloft, stylised detailing to the animal's coat, head, face and paws. 130 grams, 54 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
