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LOT 0980
Roman Carnelian Gemstone with Nude Figure
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.65 grams, 10.15 mm).
With intaglio nude figure advancing with both arms bent; 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 Carnelian Gemstone with Shepherd and Goat
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
With intaglio scene of a goat reaching up to nibble the bark of a tree, profile old man with a stick to the rear; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.54 grams, 11.82 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp with Cockerel
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
Shallow body with impressed annulets framing the discus, a cockerel at the centre with its left leg raised and head extended upwards. 95 grams, 94 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Terracotta Single-Handled Ribbed Jug
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Comprising a piriform body with ribbing, a narrow foot, a short neck and an everted rim, a strap handle to the rear. 268 grams, 17.4 cm
From the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent. Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A114.
