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LOT 0758
Roman Bronze Key
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (33.9 grams, 59 mm).
Comprising a broad ring and cranked shank, bits cut into the leading edge of the ward. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx London, UK, gentleman 1980-1990s.
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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Roman Pale-Blue Glass Handled Unguentarium with Trail
3rd-5th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Comprising a piriform body and flared mouth with applied trails; strap handle above extending to two lateral loops; applied zigzag to lower body and applied foot. 67 grams, 15.5 cm
Acquired on the European art market in the early 2000s. with Galerie Rhéa, Zurich, Switzerland. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Roman Bronze Bent Finger
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £176
From a life-sized statue, slender forefinger bent in gripping configuration. 63.7 grams, 43 mm
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 Fingers
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
Each with a square nail and rounded end. 46.9 grams total, 28-41 mm
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.
