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LOT 1087
Roman Lapis Lazuli Gemstone with Putto
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (1.07 grams. 14.07 mm).
With intaglio putto sitting on a chalice, objects in the field; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Roman Limestone Stele with Nude Putti
2nd-3rd century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £22,100
Rectangular in plan with recessed panels to the lower edge, central bust of the deceased boy in a tondo supported by two nude horizontal putti with their legs extended towards a short column; deep undercuts to the columns and recess; later inscription in seriffed capitals 'DM / Q LOLLIVS / LOLLIANVS / VIXIT ANNIS VI / MENSES.V. DIES .XVIII.' 40.1 kg, 38 x 61.5 cm
From the private Netherlands collection of Mr Edward P. Van Dijk (1942-2024); his collection formed since the 1970s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13243-251959.
The inscription reports the usual dedication to the deceased, in this case a young boy six years of age: 'To the manes (spirits of the dead), Q(uintus) Lollius Lollianus, he lived 6 years, 5 months and 18 days'. -
Roman Redware Tile Section with Venatore Gladiator Fighting Lions
Circa 4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
The corner of a rectangular tile showing a dynamic scene of an armoured gladiator charging towards a lion with a large spear, and another lion attacking him from behind. 92 grams, 14 cm
From the collection of a late Yorkshire, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Yellow Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £85
Composed of graduated beads, the central feature a large rectangular agate bead, restrung with some modern beads. 21.3 grams, 41.5 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s.
