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LOT 0851
Roman Bronze Head of Ibex
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (10.3 grams, 37.4 mm).
Comprising a curving body, the finial formed as a stylised animal head with pointed ears and spiralled horns, large eyes and a narrow muzzle. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Agate Gemstone with Female Bust
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
With intaglio profile female bust; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.61 grams, 11.38 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Large Gallo-Roman Mould-Blown Green Glass Flask
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £702
Square in plan with rounded shoulder and trumpet-shaped mouth; folded strap handle. 303 grams, 20.6 cm
Collection F. Martens Netherlands, 1980s-1990s. Anonymous sale, Cahn International Auction, Basel, Switzerland, 2010. Private collection, Europe.
Glass blowing was first used in the early 1st century B.C. and became widespread in the 1st century A.D. It simplified and increased the production of glass vessels, reducing their cost and transforming them into a general commodity. In the 1st century A.D., colourful glass vessels were still popular, while glass with a natural, light green colour, such as this, gained popularity in the subsequent centuries. -
Roman Amphora-Shaped Glass Perfume Bottle
Circa 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Piriform body with cylindrical neck, everted folded rim and a broad base; some iridescence remaining. 33 grams, 14 cm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A80.
