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LOT 0193
Roman Serapis Gemstone
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (0.81 grams, 12 mm).
With intaglio image of Serapis seated holding his spear, birds in the field; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
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LOT 0193
Roman Serapis Gemstone
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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Roman Marble Lower Torso
1st-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
Statue fragment of the hips, buttocks and thighs of a nude female; mounted on a custom-made stand. 9.35 kg total, 26.5 cm including stand
Ex Paris collection. French gallery, Paris, 1990-2000s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11955-209637. -
Romano-British Bronze Owl Candlestick
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
Comprising a stylised owl figurine standing on a flared base, with incised feather detailing to the wings, legs and body, recessed eyes to accept glass inserts (one absent); fitted with a separately modelled cowl or hood with incised detail to the breast, topped with a conical finial to accept a candle. 70 grams, 10.5 cm
Acquired in the 1980s. From the Belgian collection of Mr D.S. of Flemu. Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.
The owl was the symbol of the Goddess Minerva in Roman tradition. Her name is linked etymologically to the English word 'mind' and she was considered to be the source of human intellect, patron of wisdom, crafts and sciences. The base of the figurine has been bent laterally as if to mount it on a post or rail. -
Roman Bronze 'Knuckle Bone' Gaming Piece
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Cast model of a bovine astragalus, used as a gaming counter. 16.3 grams, 21 mm
Ex collection formed in the 1990s. Acquired from a central London gallery. Property of an Essex gentleman.
