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LOT 0707

Roman Bronze Horse Head Protome

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/4 in. (102 grams, 46 mm).

Modelled with naturalistic detailing with signs of attachment.

Provenance

‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 0707

Roman Bronze Horse Head Protome

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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