Romano-Egyptian Bronze Shrew Balsamarium Lid

ROMAN PERIOD, 30 B.C.-323 A.D.

1 3/4 in. (19.4 grams, 43 mm).

Modelled in the round with naturalistic detailing, ears upright and tail straight, on a circular lid with hinge loop to the rear, possibly from a balsamarium or other high-status container.

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.

CONDITION

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LOT 0470