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LOT 0574
Roman Gold Pendant with Bead Drop
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.38 grams, 14 mm high).
With an emerald green cylindrical bead, conical gold collar beneath the suspension loop. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of a UK gentleman, acquired in the 1970s.
Property of an East Sussex, UK, gentleman.
Accompanied by an old identification ticket.
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Roman Marble Head of a Germanic Warrior
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £28,600
Modelled naturalistically in the round, directing his gaze upwards left, the eyes with sculpted pupils originally decorated with stone insertions, his face framed by voluminous short curls swept up off the forehead, sideburns and a moustache. 5.6 kg, 21 cm
Two neck creases, but in general good condition.
Ex Mario Fumasoli (1901-1989) collection, Switzerland, acquired between 1940-1970; thence by descent. with Christie's London, 24th October 2013, lot 92. Private Swiss collection since 1998. Accompanied by a copy of the relevant Christie's catalogue pages. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11583-198975.
The head was possibly from a relief representing barbarian prisoners of war, perhaps part of a monument commemorating the campaigns of Marcus Aurelius along the lower Danube, recorded on his famous column in Piazza Colonna, Rome. -
Roman Solid Gold Ring
Circa 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
With a flat-section, wide hoop and rounded bezel. 3.06 grams, 19.11 mm overall, 16.10 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
Roman Bronze Military Helmet Carry Handle with Dolphins
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Composed of two opposing helmets supporting the central knop with their noses, their curved tails forming the suspension loops. 37.3 grams, 95 mm
Found UK. Acquired from a private collector in 2005. Property of a Nottinghamshire gentleman. Accompanied by a typed identification card.
