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LOT 0715
Roman Carnelian Gemstone Collection
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 3/8 in. (1.2 grams total, 8-10 mm).
Two with intaglio standing figure, one with a dolphin and one with a scarab. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the Altstetton collection, Switzerland, 1969.
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Roman Yellow Glass Flask
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Mould-blown from translucent glass, the globular body on a circular flat base tapering at the shoulders to a cylindrical neck with an everted rim; a single applied handle; the body decorated with a horizontal band of a continuous Vitruvian wave framed by a double circumferential line, decorative ridges above and below; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 16.7 grams, 66 mm (33.9 grams total, 79.4 mm high including stand)
From the property of the late Mr SM, London, UK, 1948-2000. Ex J.L. collection Surrey, UK. -
Roman Square Trade Weight Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1
Rectangular and square in plan, some with punchmarks. 183 grams total, 10-27 mm
Ex Simmons gallery, 1990s. From a North London, UK, collection. -
Roman Bronze Tortoise Statuette
1st century B.C.-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £286
Modelled in the round with domed shell with incised plate detailing. 27.9 grams, 36 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.