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LOT 0843
Roman Bronze Eagle Statuette
4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (40 grams, 43 mm).
The eagle modelled standing with its wings slightly open, erect head and bulbous eyes, incised feather detailing to the wings and back. [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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