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LOT 0159
Roman Double-Handled Flask
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
4 in. (49 grams, 10 cm high).
Aqua glass jar with bulbous body, broad neck, double-folded flange rim, two lateral strap handles extending from the mouth to the shoulder.
ProvenanceAcquired on the German art market, 1989-1995.
with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC, UK, 1998-2003.
Property of a London based academic, 2003-present.
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Roman Silver Spoon with Handle
5th-6th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Shallow piriform bowl attached to a stepped baluster, square-section handle with knop finial. 39 grams, 18.8 cm
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
Cochlearia like this one have been discovered in treasure hoards. They were used in Christian times for administration of the Holy Communion. The absence of Christian symbolism or of a Christian inscription on this spoon might suggest that it dates from a pre-Christian era, or that its owner/commissioner was pagan, or simply that this spoon was intended for domestic use. -
Roman Gold and Garnet Earring
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Formed as a cell with fluted rim, set with an irregular garnet cabochon, hook-and-eye fastening to the reverse. 1.02 grams, 12 mm
From the H.N. collection, Milton Keynes, Berkshire, UK, 1990s. -
Roman Gemstone in Iron Bezel with Fortuna and Inscription
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Ellipsoid gemstone in ferrous matrix; intaglio figural scene with two figures in floor-length robes, each supporting a cornucopia, facing each other and holding hands; above, two profile busts with radiate crowns; below recumbent amphora; legend 'MIA' beneath the extended arms; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 3.82 grams, 22 mm
From a Swiss collection, 1980s onwards. Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
