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LOT 0624
Roman Terracotta Wine Flagon
CIRCA 1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
6 in. (360 grams, 15.3 cm).
With globular body, thick basal ring, tall columnar neck with biconical collar, single strap handle to the rear.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, UK, gentleman, circa 2000.
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Roman Bronze Casket Key
Circa 1st-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
With large loop handle and short shank, knop above the loop. 33.2 grams, 58 mm
Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of a Surrey, UK, collector. -
Roman Agate Cameo of Minerva
2nd-early 3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,470
With reserved classical profile female bust wearing a crested Corinthian helmet, and a stola fastened on the shoulder by a disc brooch, small mask (gorgoneion) to the breast; reverse degraded. 19 grams, 42 mm
UK private collection, 1980s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11960-209860. -
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Onyx Gemstone with Hercules
Roman, 2nd-3rd century A.D. or laterEstimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
Intaglio of Hercules stepping over a sleeping dog to receive a hen from an opposed female; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.35 grams, 20 mm
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
