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LOT 0895

Roman Marble Cornice Fragment Group

3RD-6TH CENTURY A.D.

15 in. (3.35 kg total, 26 cm including stand).

Comprising: triangular-section cornice panel with ledge above a detailed acanthus-leaf frieze in high-relief; section of radiating foliage modelled in the round; both mounted on a custom-made display stand.

Provenance

Private collection, England.

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LOT 0895

Roman Marble Cornice Fragment Group

Estimate £700 - 900€810 - 1,040 (for guidance only)$950 - 1,220 (for guidance only)

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