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LOT 0816
Roman Bronze Mercury Statuette
PROVINCIAL, 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 in. (48 grams, 67 mm).
Modelled in the round nude with winged petasos, coin-bag in the proper right hand, caduceus resting on the left forearm, short mantle over left shoulder.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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Roman Bronze Hand Weight
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
The left hand from a figurine modelled open beneath the thumb to accept a knife or tool; cut off for use as a weight. 4.8 grams, 17 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Late Roman Redware Oil Lamp with Boar and Fish
4th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
With broad body, elongated nozzle and lug handle to rear; shoulder with rosette, tree and leaf motifs, discus with running boar between two fish; North African workmanship; repaired. 175 grams, 14 cm
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Glass Double-Handled Iridescent Flask
4th century A.D.Estimate: £650 - 750 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
With squat bulbous body, dimple base, flared trumpet neck; applied trails to the shoulder, applied strap handles to the shoulders. 47 grams, 72 mm
From an important London, UK, collection, 1970-1990s.
