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LOT 0179
Roman Bronze Sitting Dog Statuette
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (37.8 grams, 40 mm).
Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing including collar, seated holding the right paw upwards; on a round base with loop to the rear, possibly a balsamarium or other high-status vessel lid.
Provenance‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection.
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LOT 0179
Roman Bronze Sitting Dog Statuette
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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