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LOT 0697
Roman 'Thames' Decorated Samian Ware Pottery Collection
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 5 6/8 in. (399 grams total, 3-14.5 cm).
Mostly from vessel rims and bowls and decorated in relief with architectural, foliate and geometric designs. [23, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
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LOT 0697
Roman 'Thames' Decorated Samian Ware Pottery Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
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Roman Redware Sherd with Racing Charioteer
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £312
The fragment with a curved profile, raised borders to the upper and lower edges, the charioteer depicted in relief. 24 grams, 72 mm
Acquired 1960s-1990s. From the late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister. -
Roman Bone Dice Pair
2nd-4th century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £169
With ring-and-dot markings disposed 1:6, 2:3, 4:5. 10.2 grams total, 14 mm each
Ex collection of a UK gentleman formed in the 1990s. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Bronze Bust of a Noble Lady
2nd century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
Modelled in the round with semi-naturalistic facial features and hair style with centre parting and tied in a chignon at the nape, detailing to the folds in the fabric of her garment; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 425 grams total, 11 cm high including stand
Acquired 1960s-1990s. Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
This bust probably served as a weight. The head of the sculpture is slightly turned up to the left, with a serious expression. The small sculpture could represent a bacchante or maenad, even if there are no visible iconographic elements directly linked to the cult of Dionysus.
