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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.
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1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
Integral ellipsoid bezel, incised frond motif. 5.65 grams, 21.09 mm overall, 16.79 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Bronze Statue Right Hand
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
Modelled in the round in a pointing gesture, with semi-naturalistic anatomical and nail detailing; hollow-formed with a piercing through the palm; tip of index finger lost in antiquity. 169 grams, 73 mm
Acquired on the UK art market, 1982-1989. -
Roman Silver Cockerel Statuette
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £70 - 90 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £39
Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing, head turned to the left, standing on an irregular base. 2.15 grams, 14 mm high
‘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.
