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LOT 0888
Roman Bronze Ring with Animal
3RD-5TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.88 grams, 24.90 mm overall, 19.78 x 18.85 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20, Japan 19)).
Slender hoop with discoid bezel, piecrust design on the outer edge surrounding a zoomorphic motif. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Roman to Medieval Bronze Ring Group
1st-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
Comprising twelve rings of different sizes and types, some with incuse motifs on the bezel. 56.2 grams total, 20-32 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Red Marble Thumb Pestle
3rd-6th century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £540
Pestle or grinding tool, the handle formed as a thumb with knuckle and nail detailing; old collector's label '2' to underside. 312 grams, 12 cm
Ex private collection, Mrs L.S., 1980s. Acquired from the above, 1999. Private European collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12096-218201.
Such items were mainly used by medical staff for grinding ingredients such as medicinal compounds, cosmetics and culinary spices. -
Roman Bronze Oil Lamp Lid with Dolphin
2nd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £140
Discoid lid with hinge plates on the rear edge, stylised dolphin balancing on its elongated snout, large pectoral fins. 49 grams, 43 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
