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LOT 0651
Roman Bronze Hand
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 in. (262 grams, 83 mm).
Modelled in a gripping position with thumb placed over the forefinger; hollow-formed. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market, 1982-1989.
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AUCTIONS:
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Roman Bronze Enamelled Plate Brooch
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Complete with sprung pin and catchplate to reverse; the rectangular plate with reserved scroll decoration on enamelled fields. 2.98 grams, 29 mm
Part of a collection formed in the 1970s-1980s. Ex private UK collection. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Merman
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Trumpet bezel with incuse Triton figure. 4.38 grams, 23.80 mm overall, 18.82 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q 1/2, USA 8 1/4, Europe 18.12, Japan 17)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Ring with Eros Riding a Dolphin Gemstone
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
With inset burnt white stone cloison. 9.42 grams, 20.30 mm overall, 13.82 x 16.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H, USA 3 3/4, Europe 6.18, Japan 6)
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970's. Ex UK collection. Property of a Portsmouth, UK gentleman.
