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LOT 0683
Roman Fresco Painted Wall Plaster Collection
1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 3/4 - 4 in. (686 grams total, 7.1-10 cm).
With painted designs in white, brown, claret, crimson and blue. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired in the 19th century.
Ex Jeger collection, Switzerland.
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Roman Bronze Ram Statuette
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £180 - 240 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Modelled standing in the round with naturalistic detailing, with head turned slightly left with curled horns. 36.2 grams, 40 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Roman Silver-Gilt Ring with Bust of Goddess
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,105
Composed of a large hoop with raised tongue-shaped plaques at the shoulders, bezel formed as the bust of goddess Selene wearing a crescentic crown; trace remains of gilding. 12.63 grams, 34.40 mm overall, 21.27 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
Acquired on the German art market around 2000s. From the collection of an EU gentleman living in the UK. -
Romano-British Enamelled Bronze Horse and Rider Brooch
2nd century ADSold for (Inc. bp): £130
With panels to the cloak and horse's body for enamel fill, notched outline to the hair and mane, pin and catchplate to verso. 3.45 grams, 33 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired in the 1980s-1990s. Ex property of a German collector 2016. Property of an Essex, UK, lady.
