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LOT 0630
Roman Fresco Painted Wall Plaster Collection
1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 - 4 in. (672 grams total, 6.5-10.3 cm).
Comprising five pieces in red, blue and orange with tendrils and linear decoration painted in contrasting colours. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired in the 19th century.
Ex Jeger collection, Switzerland.
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LOT 0630
Roman Fresco Painted Wall Plaster Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
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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. -
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Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Cameo of Eros
Early 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
Composed of a convex hoop with expanding angled shoulders, oval bezel set with carnelian cameo gemstone carved with the head and face of Eros with pinched features and centrally-parted hair; a marriage. 7.09 grams, 21.79 mm overall, 17.87 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
This ring belongs to the typology of gold rings with gem (Type II, Variant I) of Ruseva-Slokoska classification. -
Roman Silver Ring with Lion Attacking a Bird Gemstone
Circa 2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £550
Rounded bezel with inset jasper gemstone, intaglio scene of a lion pouncing upon a goose taking flight; possibly a marriage or the stone has been displaced due to corrosion in the socket. 7.73 grams, 25.14 mm overall, 18.22 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)
From a collection of a London lady, acquired annually during 1990s-2000s.
