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LOT 0820

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

ROMAN BRONZE DOLPHIN BOW BROOCH
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (11.9 grams, 32 mm).

The bow formed as a dolphin holding a sphere in its mouth; detailing to the fins and head; pin lug, pin and catchplate to reverse. [No Reserve]

PROVENANCE:
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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