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LOT 0640
Roman Bronze Statuette of a Reclining Bull
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (62 grams, 49 mm).
Modelled in the round with semi-naturalistic anatomical and coat detailing, remains of an iron fixing to the underside; held in a plastic museum services box. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
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Roman Bronze-Handled Key with Panther
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
The bronze handle modelled as the forequarters of a panther leaping from a crown of fronds, with stylised facial detailing; iron stem, bit and wards. 74 grams, 77 mm
Acquired on the German art market around 2000s. From the collection of an EU gentleman living in the UK. -
Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print
3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £59
The coin mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 22/1150. 1.3 kg, 36.5 x 49 cm
Essex gallery, early 2000s.
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist. -
Roman Silver Kantharos
2nd century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £3,500 - 4,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,944
With deep spherical body supported on a round stand; incised with a band around the inner surface and concentric circles on the outer body; two looped high handles, one with stipple engraved monogram on the upper side. 156 grams, 14 cm wide
Ex Mansees collection, formed 1950s-early 1990s. From a large American collection formed in Chicago, Illinois, USA, in 1995. From a European collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11627-197618.