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LOT 0821
Roman Bronze Double Horse Brooch
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (10.4 grams, 40 mm).
Formed with two curving horse heads at each end, the legs forming the catchplate and pin lug. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Silver Spoon with Twisted Handle
4th-5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Ligula with a twisted tapering handle with a sharp finial and a shallow piriform bowl. 8.13 grams, 12.4 cm
Private collection, 1965-1975. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, Suffolk. -
Roman Green Glass Twin-Handled Kohl Bottle
Circa 4th-5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £325
Conical body with applied trail, tall tubular neck with rolled rim and two applied handles. 25 grams, 12.2 cm
Acquired from Shirley Warren Antique Glass, Surrey, UK, in 1992 with reference no.K30. From the collection of a Bedfordshire, UK, lady. Accompanied by a copy of the Shirley Warren invoice no.2272 dated 21 November 1992 (£330.00).
