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LOT 0731
Roman Tall Glass Flask
CIRCA 1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
6 1/4 in. (28 grams, 15.9 cm).
Comprising a squat conical body with a dimple at the base, long tubular neck with everted rolled rim.
ProvenanceFrom a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s.
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'The Thetford' Roman Bronze Putto Statuette
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Opening Bid: £150
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Roman Bronze Figure of Aphrodite Holding a Severed Swan's Head
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,105
Modelled in the round nude and and raising her right arm, holding the neck of the swan (her animal attribute); left arm descending towards her pubis, legs in contrapposto stance; gusseted drum-shaped base; repaired. 327 grams, 19.5 cm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection since the late 1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12099-218223.
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Roman Glass Double Unguentarium
4th-5th century A.D.Estimate: £350 - 450 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £189
Comprising two conjoined tapering tubular cells, with applied handles at the shoulder; mounted on a custom-made stand. 89 grams total, 13.5 cm including stand
From an important collection of glass, London, UK, 1990s.