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LOT 0122
Roman Bronze Sitting Dog
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (31.5 grams, 39 mm).
Modelled seated on its rump with forepaws before the body, head erect with gaping mouth exposing sharp teeth; detailing to the coat and face.
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 0122
Roman Bronze Sitting Dog
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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Roman Bronze Standing Ram
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £572
Modelled in the round with semi-naturalistic detailing, standing facing with detailing to the face, horns, tufted coat and hooves. 73 grams, 50 mm
‘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. -
Roman Bronze Aussica Brooch
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Complete with pin and catchplate to reverse; decorative transverse ribs and projecting boss. 14.1 grams, 48 mm
Found in South East England. -
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Roman Bronze Panther Collection
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £333
Comprising: a panther figure modelled sitting, semi-naturalistic detailing to the head and face, tail curled to one side of the body; fragmentary remains of the forequarters of a panther depicted in relief with stylised detailing; stylised panther figure modelled attacking, slightly curved profile, possibly a handle attachment. 97 grams total, 36-70 mm
‘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.
