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LOT 0798
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Eagle
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.82 grams, 12.58 mm).
With intaglio eagle perching with a wreath in its beak; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Bronze Vessel Handle with Silver Inlaid Face
1st century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £833
Swept in profile comprising a horizontal crescentic panel to attach to the rim, with inlaid silver detailing, recurved cobra-shaped thumb pad, raised serpent to the outer face of the tapering handle, finial a mask of Bacchus or Pan, facing with volute scrolls to the brow and thick splayed beard; silver diadem. 118 grams, 14.4 cm
Private collection. with Christie's, London, 11 June 1997, no.97 (part). with Bonhams, 13 April 2000, no.198. Private collection, Europe. -
Roman Bronze and Lapis Bird Finial and Bead Group
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Comprising: a pin finial formed as a bird with a long neck; a finial formed as a swan's head; a small lapis lazuli bead formed as a dove, pierced through the body. 11.1 grams total, 11-38 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Aubergine Glass Flask
3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £250 - 350 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £125
Core-formed with a slightly dimpled base, deep shoulder and short neck, mouth with a flared rim and applied trail to give a stepped appearance. 43 grams, 99 mm
From a specialist collection of glass, acquired from dealerships during the 1990s.
