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LOT 0931

Roman Bronze Rat-Tailed Spoon

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

6 1/8 in. (10.9 grams, 15.5 cm).

With broad, gently curved bowl, tapering handle with transverse hatching at the junction with the bowl. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market during the late 20th century.
From the private collection of David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0931

Roman Bronze Rat-Tailed Spoon

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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