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£340
Starting Bid: £300
Est.
£450
- £900
Live Auction
ANCIENT ART & ANTIQUITIES - DAY 2
Live bidding began
Feb 23, 2025 at 1 PM GMT
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Description
Ca. AD 100 - 300
A large Roman bronze applique depicting a horned bull's head with three rings attached at the sides and mouth. The bull is depicted very naturalistically, with incised lines representing its hair, giving it a lifelike texture. The intricate detailing of the bull's features showcases the high level of craftsmanship.
Size: 85mm x 70mm; Weight: 145g
Provenance: Private UK collection, acquired on the Belgian art market in the 1990s.