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LOT 0988
Roman Bronze Statuette of a Ram
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (9.13 grams, 23.2 mm).
Standing on a rectangular base with its head turned to the side, curving horns and fleece detailing on the body. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Yellow Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
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Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Roman Bronze Animal Finial and Mount Group
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Comprising: a finial formed as a slender bird; a stylised bull's head mount with a loop on the reverse; an openwork bird mount with remains of a loop on the reverse. 8.56 grams, 18-28.6 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Clay Bulla with Portrait of an Emperor
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Opening Bid: £150
Disc with impressed portrait bust of an emperor wearing a laurel wreath; impression of cloth to reverse. 4.14 grams, 24 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK.