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LOT 0133
Romano-Egyptian Bronze Animal Collection
ROMAN PERIOD, 30 B.C.-323 A.D.
1 3/8 - 1 5/8 in. (83 grams total, 36-42 mm).
The trio comprising a baboon, a rearing snake and shrew, each with simple stylised detailing. [3]
Provenance‘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.
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LOT 0133
Romano-Egyptian Bronze Animal Collection
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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