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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]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Discoid mount with a central putto face modelled in the half round; pierced through the right side and stud to the reverse. 18 grams, 36 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
