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LOT 0650

Roman Silver Standing Bull Statuette

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (13 grams, 25 mm).

Modelled in the round standing facing, displaying anatomical detailing.

Provenance

‘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.

CONDITION

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LOT 0650

Roman Silver Standing Bull Statuette

Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)

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