Lot 970
Six Roman bronze brooches and two bronze rings, 1st–4th centuries A.D.
Works of Art, Antiquities & Ancient Art | A109kua | Live auction | 1190 Lots
Description
1–2) Two strongly profiled fibulae, two-piece with cord hooks, second half of the 1st – early 2nd century A.D. Length 4.4 cm and 5.4 cm. The larger one with a chip at the needle rest. 3) Disc fibula in the shape of a panther, with coloured inlays as spots on the panther's coat. Fibula and needle rest authentic, the cheek hinge and a loose pin, originally inserted there, modern additions. Second half of the 2nd – early 3rd century A.D. Length 4 cm. 4–5) Two knee fibulae with tube hinge and faceted bow. 3rd century A.D. 6) Roman crossbow fibula of Keller type 3/4 with traces of fire gilding. Mid-4th century A.D. 7) Bronze finger ring with wide, flaring shoulders and richly profiled surface. Traces of corrosion, sharply cleaned and re-patinated. The malachite cabochon of the bezel modern, not antique. Maximum width 3 cm. 8) Modern reproduction of a Roman ring with head of a Bacchante in high relief on the bezel and shoulders decorated with volutes. Modern bronze cast without finish, with artificial patination and incrustation. Maximum length 3.7 cm. CULTURAL ASSETCondition: II Questions about the lot?
