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LOT 0868
Roman Silver Lunar Pendant
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (2.31 grams, 36 mm).
With wide lozenge-section arms and a ribbed suspension loop. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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Roman Lead Sarcophagus Panel Fragment
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,430
Irregular rectangular panel with decoration in three zones: upper area with horizontal laurel leaves and ropework border below; middle area divided by vertical fluted columns, masks of Medusa among dolphins alternating with a sphinx; lower area with running vine tendrils, leaves and bunches of grapes. 8.56 kg, 61 cm
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Roman Glass Vessel with Wheel-Cut Design
1st-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
With globular body and long tubular neck, dimple base, everted rim with gusset to the outer edge; wheel-cut horizontal lines to the body. 115 grams, 13 cm
Acquired on the German art market, 1989-1995. with The Museum Gallery, 19 Bury Place, London, WC, UK, 1998-2003. Property of a London based academic, 2003-present.
