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LOT 0869

Roman Bronze Putto Mount

2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/8 in. (18 grams, 36 mm).

Discoid mount with a central putto face modelled in the half round; pierced through the right side and stud to the reverse. [No Reserve]

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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LOT 0869

Roman Bronze Putto Mount

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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