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LOT 0647
Roman Glass Vessel Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 - 2 3/8 in. (68 grams total, 46 -59 mm).
Including a cobalt blue feeder bottle. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
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Roman Bronze Lower Part of a Right Foot
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,690
With finely modelled anatomical details, the second toe longer to emphasise the physical perfection of the physique. 627 grams, 13 cm
Acquired in Europe before 2001. Private collection, Europe. -
Roman Gold Ring with Minerva Gemstone
Circa 3rd century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £667
With granule cluster to one shoulder, drum-shaped bezel with inset nicolo intaglio of Minerva helmetted with shield, axe and spear; restored. 7.24 grams, 26.31 mm overall, 20.51 mm internal diameter (approximate size British V, USA 10 1/2, Europe 23.77, Japan 22)
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Rogers collection, Suffolk, UK. -
Roman Amber Glass Pilgrim's Flask
4th-5th century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
With tubular neck and everted rim. 107 grams, 15.2 cm high
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
'At the moment the cross is brought for veneration .... they offer oil to be blessed in little flasks. When the mouth of one of the flasks touches the Wood of the Cross, the oil instantly bubbles over, and unless it is closed very quickly it all spills out.' (The Piacenza Pilgrim, v. 173, circa 570 AD).
