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LOT 0918
Roman Bronze Pin Finial with Actor
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 1/2 in. (22.7 grams, 89 mm).
With an iron pin, the finial formed as a standing comedy actor with long curly hair, hands clasped together.
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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