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LOT 0742
Roman Bronze Hand Weight
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (4.8 grams, 17 mm).
The left hand from a figurine modelled open beneath the thumb to accept a knife or tool; cut off for use as a weight. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Victory
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Very flat lamp with lateral scrolled lugs, short nozzle, discus with low-relief figure of Victory with a wreath. 76 grams, 78 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Roman Glass Vessel Group
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Comprising: a slender pale blue unguentarium with flared mouth; squat piriform jar with dimple base. 24 grams total, 4.5-11 cm
Francesc Cambó i Batlle (1876-1947) a prominent Spanish politician, art patron and philanthropist. Gifted to his friend, the archaeologist Josep Gilbert i Buch. Acquired from Gilbert's family by the present owner's grandfather in the early 1980s. Private collection of a European noble.
Francesco Cambó i Batlle was a notable figure in early 20th-century Spain, best known for his role in politics as a leader of the Catalan nationalist movement and as a patron of the arts. He was a key benefactor of the Museo del Prado and left a significant legacy through his art collections. His deep connection to the cultural and artistic life of Spain makes items from his collection particularly valuable and historically significant. -
Roman Bronze Figural Pendant
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Amuletic bust of a bare-chested youth with abundant hair and prominent torc to the neck, suspension loop above; usage wear; mounted on a custom-made stand. 56 grams, 61 mm (80 grams total, 96 mm including stand)
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.
