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LOT 0570
Roman Iridescent Glass Beaker
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
3 3/8 in. (37 grams, 87 mm).
Translucent with straight sides narrowing to the dimpled base, flared and rolled rim. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
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Romano-British Enamelled Bronze Horse and Rider Brooch
2nd century ADSold for (Inc. bp): £130
With panels to the cloak and horse's body for enamel fill, notched outline to the hair and mane, pin and catchplate to verso. 3.45 grams, 33 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired in the 1980s-1990s. Ex property of a German collector 2016. Property of an Essex, UK, lady. -
Roman Bronze Head of a Dolphin
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £111
Modelled in the round, solid with stylised high-quality detailing. 98 grams, 60 mm
‘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 Fluted Iridescent Amber Glass Cup
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
With iridescent surface, flat bottom, vertical ribbed segmentation, slightly everted chipped rim. 88 grams, 98 mm wide
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector, with numbered reference G.31. London collection, 2016.