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LOT 0176

Roman Bronze Hunting Dog

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

2 5/8 in. (87 grams, 67 mm).

Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing to the coat, head and face, with wide collar and standing on a polygonal base.

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 0176

Roman Bronze Hunting Dog

Sold for (Inc. bp): £845

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