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LOT 0248
Estimate
GBP (£) 8,000 - 10,000
EUR (€) 9,580 - 11,980
USD ($) 10,250 - 12,810
ROMAN SCALE BAR WITH NEPTUNE, HIPPOCAMP AND GRIFFIN
1ST CENTURY AD
13" (530 grams, 33cm).
1ST CENTURY AD
13" (530 grams, 33cm).
A bronze scale bar from a set of weights decorated with a hippocamp to one end with forepart of a rearing horse, head slightly turned, rest of body a sea serpent with tail wrapped around bar; to the top a standing naked male, possibly Neptune (Poseidon) holding the hippocamp by the mane and brandishing weapon in other hand; to the other end a griffin with head turned, erect ears, body ending in a sea serpent wrapped around bar; centre of bar balustered and detailing of scales to both sea creatures.
PROVENANCE:
Property of a gentleman; from a Mayfair, London, UK, gallery.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous 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.
