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LOT 0575
Roman Bronze Dolphin's Head Mount
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 7/8 in. (17.6 grams, 73 mm).
Modelled in the half-round a stylised head of a dolphin.
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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Roman Bronze Horse Statuette
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Modelled with naturalistic detailing; wearing a saddle and head collar. 13 grams, 34 mm wide
‘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. -
Roman Bone Dice Pair
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £546
Each with ring-and-dot spots arranged: 1:6; 2:5; 3:4; 1:6; 2:5; 3:4. 8.85 grams total, 13-14 mm
Acquired on the German art market around 2000s. From the collection of an EU gentleman living in the UK. -
Roman Bronze and Other Mixed Artefact Group
Circa 6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Including brooches of various types; ornate openwork mounts; buckle plates and weights, together with other miscellaneous items. 144 grams total, 10-74 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
