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LOT 0641
Roman Enamelled Bronze Cockerel Finial
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3 1/8 in. (30.2 grams, 79 mm).
Featuring bifacial detailing and remains of enamelling, the cockerel standing atop a fan-shaped plaque with tapering attachment lug.
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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Roman Gemstone with Winged Deities
Circa 1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £494
Comprising a rock crystal cloison with intaglio scene of a winged kneeling male with outstretched arms receiving a winged baby from a seated winged female; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 3.42 grams, 21 mm
Ex property of a London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent. -
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Roman Period Iridescent Glass Bottle with Pimples
4th-5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
The lower body decorated with raised 'pimples'; shallow kick-up; iridescent surfaces. 15.9 grams, 58 mm
Fine condition.
Ex private collection, 1980s. Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s. -
Roman and Other Bronze Ring Group
2nd century B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £130
Comprising mainly bronze finger rings and fragments, including one with a hatched field and reserved panel with central asterisk. 43.4 grams total, 18-25 mm
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
