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LOT 0117
Roman Bronze Lion Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 3/4 in. (212 grams total, 26-45 mm).
Modelled with stylised detailing in various poses, most free-standing; including a roundel carved with a lion's head in relief. [6]
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.
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LOT 0117
Roman Bronze Lion Collection
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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Roman Pale Green Glass Unguentarium
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
The lower body of piriform shape, cylindrical neck and everted rim; iridescent surfaces. 27.2 grams, 12.5 cm high
Acquired 1969-1999. From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent. -
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Roman Gemstone Group
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £247
Composed of carnelian and possibly garnet polished stones, each bearing a different intaglio design: a figure holding a staff; figure standing holding a cornucopia and wearing a floor-length robe, possibly Fortuna; short, helmetted figure, possibly Mars; figural scene composed of a central seated female wearing a helmet, possibly the goddess Minerva, two attendants to either side; each accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 2.88 grams total, 9-14 mm
Ex property of a European lady living in London; from her father's family collection formed before 1978. -
Roman Bronze Horse Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £333
Four horse head mounts modelled with naturalistic and semi-naturalistic detailing; one standing figure wearing a saddle and head collar. 235 grams total, 24-51 mm
‘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.
