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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.
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LOT 0649
Roman Bronze Crouching Bear Mascot Figure
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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