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LOT 0115
Roman Head of a Noble Lady
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (55.5 grams, 42 mm).
A bronze head formed as that of a Roman lady of noble rank, with an oval-shaped face, semi-naturalistic facial features and elaborately dressed hair; hollow reverse.
ProvenanceAcquired early 2000s.
Property of a Birmingham, UK, collector.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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