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LOT 0724
Roman Bronze Hinged Seal Box with Phallus
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (8.3 grams, 32 mm).
Teardrop-shaped in plan with three holes to underside, enamelled phallus to lid. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market during the late 20th century.
From the private collection of David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Roman Bronze Silenus Mask
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
C-section appliqué mask with suspension loop to the brow, voided mouth. 19.6 grams, 48 mm
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2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,210
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