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LOT 0696
Roman Bronze Dolphin Mount
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (6.90 grams, 27 mm).
Modelled in the round with raised tail and large incised eyes, remains of mounting lug beneath the head. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of 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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