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LOT 0739
Roman Enamelled Bronze Cloak Fastener
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (7.63 grams, 22.8 mm).
Comprising a T-shaped hook and drum-shaped body with central enamelled roundel and surrounding annular cell with reserved pellets. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Enamelled Bronze Plate Brooch
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
Comprising a central enamelled disc with triangular lateral spurs forming a scaphoid plate, eight discoid cells to the rim, central knop; pin-lugs, pin and catch to the reverse; the enamel restored. 9.15 grams, 44 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Lion Lock Hasp
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Formed as a crouching lion with head turned; pierced lug at the rump for the hinge, loop below the shoulders for the hasp. 35 grams, 46 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Bronze Roman Coin and Framed Limited Edition Print
3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £13
The coin of Constantine the Great (272-337 A.D.) mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 162/1150. 1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm
UK gallery, early 2000s. Accompanied by a previous numbered certificate of authenticity.
David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist.
