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LOT 0644
Roman Provincial Bronze Dog Amulet
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (12 grams, 28 mm).
Modelled in the round terrier with pricked ears, raised tail, short legs; pierced for suspension. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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Roman Bronze Mason's Plumb Bob Weight
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
With bulbous body, domed base, pierced suspension lug. 23.5 grams, 33 mm
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Valve Water Spout with Head of a Lion
3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Modelled as the head of a lion with curly mane and swept back ears, a short spout projecting from the open mouth; vertical socket to accept the tap attachment. 99.4 grams, 50 mm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection, since the late 1990s.
The design of ancient Roman water valves is remarkably similar to the modern plug valve design. The design fit well with the water pressure design of the lead piping which was designed for low water pressure applications. Having water piped to a house was considered a luxury and was an indication of the social status of the house owners. -
Late Roman Gold Ring with Garnet Intaglio Depicting a Male Portrait
5th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,860
Slender hoop with granules flanking a cup bezel, inset garnet cloison with intaglio profile male bust; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 4.01 grams, 26.03 mm overall, 17.16 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)
Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC1, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003 to present. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12390-226044.
