Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 0889
Roman Tinned Bronze Plate Brooch Complete with Appliques
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (9.1 grams, 40 mm).
Formed as six radiating triangles with incised leaf detailing, interstitial applied bone discs, central raised collar with bone disc insert; complete with pin and catchplate to verso.
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.
Property of a Stowmarket, UK, gentleman.
Literature
Cf. Heeren, S. & van der Feijst, L., Fibulae uit de Lage Landen. Beschrijving, Analyse en Interpretatie van een Archeologische Vondstcategorie, Amersfoort, 2017, type 57-e6 (p.151).
CONDITIONVETTING:
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 0889
Roman Tinned Bronze Plate Brooch Complete with Appliques
Sold for (Inc. bp): £182
RELATED LOTS
-
Roman Bronze Ring with Victory Motif
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
With broad plaque, central impressed motif of Victory standing with wings to rear. 5.29 grams, 23.46 mm overall, 19.82 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N 1/2, USA 6 3/4, Europe 14.35, Japan 13)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Roman Glass Stepped Unguentarium
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Tall thin neck with everted rim and double bulb base with flat bottom. 27.4 grams, 12 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Roman Bronze Figural Attachment
3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Piriform mount with stylised facial features, broad band of hair with incised zigzag and roundels, hollow to the reverse. 71.6 grams, 66 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.