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LOT 0633
Roman Period Bronze Ring with Warrior
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
3/4 in. (3.68 grams, 22.36 mm overall, 19.10 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S, USA 9, Europe 20 , Japan 19)).
Ellipsoid bezel with incuse figure holding a sword and dagger. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection formed since the 1940s.
UK art market.
Property of an Essex gentleman.
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Gemstone Group
Roman, circa 1st century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £520
Comprising agate, carnelian, jasper and other stones, displaying intaglio busts and scenes including: Hercules wrestling the Nemean lion; female busts in profile; cockerel standing right; seated winged deity; an erotic scene; peacock or other bird; eagle grappling with a snake; two figures, possibly gladiators in combat; each accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 6.97 grams total, 11-15 mm
Ex property of a Bristol family collection formed between 1960-late 1970s. Two from a London collection, UK. -
Roman Bronze Animal-Headed Ladle
Circa 2nd century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
With broad bowl featuring two spurs to the rim flanking the junction with the handle, carinated band below the rim, concentric rings to the base; flat-section handle with gussets to the edges and rear, hooked ibex-head finial. 147 grams, 25 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
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Roman Bronze Lioness Figure
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
Modelled in the round crouching with one forepaw held aloft, stylised detailing to the animal's coat, head, face and paws. 130 grams, 54 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.
