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LOT 0732
Roman 'Essex' Bronze Lion Brooch
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (8.13 grams, 36 mm).
Plate brooch formed as a leaping lion with hatched mane; pin-lugs and catch to the reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Essex, UK, in the 1980s.
Property of an Essex collector.
Cf. Hattatt, R., Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 1193.
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Roman Lead Weight Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Tabular in form with punched dimple, incised lines and other markings. 160 grams total, 9-30 mm
Ex Simmons Gallery, London E11, UK, in the 1990s. From a North London collection. -
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Roman Vase Intaglio Gemstone
Circa 2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Carnelian with intaglio vase with vegetation cascading to each side; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.64 grams, 10 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London. -
Roman Coin and Limited Edition Framed Print
3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £26
The coin 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 23/1150. 1.3 kg total, 48.5 x 36.5 cm
UK gallery, early 2000s. Accompanied by an old 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.
