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LOT 0574
Roman Translucent Green Hexagonal Flask
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
4 3/4 in. (52.3 grams, 12 cm high).
A pale green translucent six-sided flask with trumpet-shaped neck and everted rim, applied strap handle.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Roman Silver Head of a Panther
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Modelled with naturalistic detailing, open mouth with large fangs, wide-eyes with pointed ears; angled recess to reverse for attachment. 5.3 grams, 16 mm
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Roman Silver Standing Bull Statuette
1st-4th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
Modelled in the round standing facing, displaying anatomical detailing. 15.7 grams, 32 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Roman Gold Ring with Medusa Cameo
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
With facetted shoulders, D-shaped cell enclosing a carved Medusa bust modelled in the round. 5.83 grams, 22.07 mm overall, 17.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British H 1/2, USA 4, Europe 6.81, Japan 6)
From the collection of a Cambridge lady, 1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11863-207049.
