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LOT 0715
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Bee
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.33 grams, 10 mm).
Ellipsoid intaglio with bee in plan; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceAcquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s.
From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print
3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £13
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 177/1150. 1.27 kg, 37 x 49.5 cm
UK gallery, early 2000s. Accompanied by an old certificate of authenticity.
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 Bronze Statuette of Attis
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £624
Figure standing with left leg advanced, wearing a simple fringed robe clasped at each shoulder; tight-fitting cap with ridge to the top, abundant hair descending to the shoulders; hands to the hips supporting a quantity of bunches of grapes and other fruit; mounted on a custom-made stand. 137 grams total, 78 mm high including stand
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. -
Roman Asclepius Bust Mount
2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £845
The bust of the god Asclepius (Greek Asklepios), dressed in chiton (tunic) and chlamys (cloak), attachment still preserved. 48 grams, 53 mm
Vey fine condition.
From a home counties collection, formed 1970-1980.
