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C.J. Martin (Coins) & Ancient Art Ltd
London

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Website www.antiquities.co.uk

Roman Bronze Applique with Actor's Mask (c. 101 to c. 199 Italy)

Reference no. 96126

Medium

Bronze Applique

Dimensions

5.70cm high    (  2.24 inches high)

Diameter

8.00cm ( 3.15 inches)

Condition

In excellent condition, with minor damage to lower peripheral border and only part of tang remaining on reverse. Mounted on custom made stand, taking height to 10cm.

Description / Expertise

Bronze Applique with Actor's Mask

Roman Empire, c. 2nd Century AD

Elliptical shaped bronze applique; a profiled actor's mask in raised relief with prominent, bordering on grotesque features including inlaid eye, bulbous nose, full lips, thick beard, knob-like protrusion and ivy to helmet-like hat, at centre.

An unusual item with an attractive light green patina over whole.

Price

gbp 1350 (Pound Sterling)

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