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LOT 0787

Roman Bronze Dolphin Figure

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

3 3/4 in. (129 grams, 96 mm).

Hollow to the underside with rectangular-section tapering panel, S-curved dolphin with prominent dorsal fin, low-relief eyes; probably a furniture fitting.

Provenance

Private collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, 1990s, thence by descent.

Literature

Cf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 284, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0787

Roman Bronze Dolphin Figure

Sold for (Inc. bp): £338

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