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LOT 0683
Roman Bronze Horse and Rider
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 - 1 3/4 in. (35 grams total, 39-45 mm).
Each figure modelled separately in the round; the horse standing with one foreleg raised at a right angle, simple stylised head detailing; the rider modelled seated with one leg either side of the horse, one arm extended above the head, the other held forwards, stylised facial detailing. [2]
ProvenanceAcquired on the EU art market around 2000.
From the collection of North American gentleman.
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Roman Gemstone with Scorpion
2nd-4th century A.D. or laterEstimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Composed of an oval-shaped body, possibly sodalite, displaying an intaglio scorpion; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 0.82 grams, 15 mm
Acquired on the European art market in the late 1960s-early 1970s. -
Roman Bronze Plate Brooch
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Complete with pin and catchplate to reverse; geometric composition comprising a discoid head over a rectangular bar with lobed trefoil below. 5.9 grams, 47 mm
Acquired from York Antiques Centre. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Gary Edwards. -
Roman Bronze Horse and Rider
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £176
Each figure modelled separately in the round; the horse standing with one foreleg raised at a right angle, simple stylised head detailing; the rider modelled seated with one leg either side of the horse, one arm extended above the head, the other held forwards, stylised facial detailing. 35 grams total, 39-45 mm
Acquired on the EU art market around 2000. From the collection of North American gentleman.
