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LOT 0179
Roman Censer Intaglio Gemstone
CIRCA LATE 1ST CENTURY B.C.- EARLY 1ST CENTURY A.D.
5/8 in. (0.86 grams, 15 mm).
With frond, tripod censer, coiled serpent and other objects; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
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Romano-British Enamelled Bronze Hippocampus Brooch
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
With low-relief eye and tail detailing, cells filled with enamel and roundels in contrasting colour; remains of pun-lug and catch to the reverse. 5.31 grams, 30.69 mm
Found Southern England. Acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s. From an East Anglian private collection. -
Roman Agate Cameo of Minerva
2nd-early 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,470
With reserved classical profile female bust wearing a crested Corinthian helmet, and a stola fastened on the shoulder by a disc brooch, small mask (gorgoneion) to the breast; reverse degraded. 19 grams, 42 mm
UK private collection, 1980s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11960-209860. -
Roman Carnelian Composite Goddess Gemstone
Circa 2nd century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
With a goddess with the attributes of Victory, Fortuna, Ceres and Iustitia standing wearing a crested helmet and holding a spear; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.11 grams, 17 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.