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LOT 0784
Roman Brown-Black Glass Bangle Pair
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/8 - 3 3/8 in. (44 grams total, 80-87 mm).
Each plano-convex in section in chestnut-tinted glass. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market in the late 20th century A.D.
From the private collection of the late David King (1940-2024), Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, UK.
Cf. Kunstmuseum Luzern, 3000 Jahre Glaskunst, Luzern, 1981, p.103, B, for similar.
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From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Bronze Erotic Plaque
Circa 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Rectangular plaque with pierced trapezoidal lug to the upper edge; central panel with reserved orgiastic scene. 26.7 grams, 51 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
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Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Bearded Mask
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
With intaglio bearded facing mask forming the body of an insect; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.36 grams, 13.48 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
