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Roman Silvered Bronze Statuette of a Swan Roman Silvered Bronze Statuette of a Swan Roman Silvered Bronze Statuette of a Swan
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LOT 0747

Roman Silvered Bronze Statuette of a Swan

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/2 in. (38.34 grams, 38.58 mm).

Modelled in the round with extended arched neck, flat underside.

Provenance

Ex London, UK, gentleman's collection by descent, 1980s.

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LOT 0747

Roman Silvered Bronze Statuette of a Swan

Sold for (Inc. bp): £176

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