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LOT 0596
Roman Mouse Holding Nut
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (17.8 grams, 27 mm).
A freestanding bronze figure of a mouse sitting on its haunches, eating a large nut, stylised incised detailing to its textured coat, feet, ears and face; small socket to wedge-shaped base.
ProvenanceAcquired before 2000.
From the collection of a European gentleman living in the UK.
Cf. The British Museum, museum number 1975,0301.2 'Bronze figure of a mouse', for similar.
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LOT 0596
Roman Mouse Holding Nut
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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