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LOT 0778
Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp Group
2ND-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 7/8 - 3 3/8 in. (122 grams total, 73-86 mm).
Each of low profile with stub nozzle and large filler hole. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the H.N. collection, Milton Keynes, Berkshire, UK, 1990s.
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Orange Glass Intaglio
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The banded glass imitating banded agate; intaglio scene composed of a crowned figure standing right, holding a cornucopia and wreath, an eagle standing beside. 2.61 grams, 19 mm
From an early 20th century collection, Caernarfon, North Wales, UK.
The gem appears to represent Zeus with a cornucopia on his right arm and a crown in his left hand, with the eagle, his symbol, at his feet. The eagle has its head turned back, and stands looking up towards him. -
Roman Marble Foot
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
Carved in the round, right foot from a figurine or statue with well-defined nails and ankle. 154 grams, 11.5 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. -
Roman Glass and Other Bead Group
1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Including oblate, melon, tubular, fusiform and other types. 29 grams total, 2-11 mm
Acquired from Allan Cherry at the Birmingham Coin & Antiquities Fair, UK, in 2006. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK.
