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LOT 0615
Roman Decorated Mirror
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3 7/8 in. (70 grams, 98 mm diameter).
A copper-alloy discoid mirror with one tinned face. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the London art market before 2000.
Property of an Essex gentleman.
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Roman Head of a Noble Lady
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £351
A bronze head formed as that of a Roman lady of noble rank, with an oval-shaped face, semi-naturalistic facial features and elaborately dressed hair; hollow reverse. 55.5 grams, 42 mm
Acquired early 2000s. Property of a Birmingham, UK, collector. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Ring with Nubian Bust Cameo
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £4,500 - 6,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,500
A gold finger ring with granules flanking an ellipsoid cell containing an onyx cameo facing bust of a Nubian with dressed hair executed in the half-round. 7.53 grams, 28.75 mm overall, 20.36 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970-1990. Ex property of a deceased lady. Accompanied by scholarly note TL05452 by Dr Ronald Bonewitz. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.114494-195582. -
Roman Glass Unguentarium
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
A piriform glass bottle with slender tubular neck and everted rim; some iridescent surfaces. 15.5 grams, 98 mm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
