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LOT 0695

Roman Bronze Fish Vessel Lid

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

3 in. (44 grams, 75 mm).

Modelled in the half-round with naturalistic detailing, between the tail a hinge loop, probably the lid from a high status fish-shaped vessel.

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.

CONDITION

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LOT 0695

Roman Bronze Fish Vessel Lid

Sold for (Inc. bp): £455

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