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LOT 0679
Roman Bronze Lion Statuette
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (24.7 grams, 36 mm wide).
Crouching adult male lion with forepaws extended. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired in the late 1960s-early 1970s.
Ex property of a European gentleman.
Acquired on the UK art market in 2015.
Property of a Kent lady collector.
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Roman Celestial Intaglio Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
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From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
Roman Bronze Phallic Pendant
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising a crescent formed from a phallus and an arm with the hand in the fica gesture, loop above and male genitals below. 35.4 grams, 67 mm
Property of a London gentleman, 1990s. -
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Roman Carnelian Victory Gemstone
Circa 1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £624
With intaglio winged Victory advancing holding a wreath; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.26 grams, 16 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
