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LOT 0614
Roman Glass Vessel Collection
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 - 3 1/4 in. (56 grams total, 42-83 mm).
Miniature vessels including unguentaria in various colours. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
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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. -
Roman Bronze Nibbling Mouse Statuette
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
Modelled with naturalistic detailing on all fours as if nibbling at food held between the forepaws, curled tail and on a rectagular base. 35.6 grams, 31 mm wide
‘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 Lunar Pendant
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Composed of a flat-section body with an integral suspension loop. 0.57 grams, 20 mm
Acquired on the German art market around 2000s. From the collection of an EU gentleman living in the UK.
