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LOT 0133
Roman Bronze Mask Appliqué
2ND CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (56 grams, 42 mm).
With rounded fleshy face and hair in tiered bands, sockets to the eyes to accept silver inserts; diadem to the brow with foliage detailing; hollow to the reverse.
ProvenancePrivate collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, 1990s, thence by descent.
LiteratureCf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 290 (handle), for type.
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LOT 0133
Roman Bronze Mask Appliqué
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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