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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.
Provenance
Ex German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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