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1st-2nd century A.D. Small, flattened base with pontil mark; long, cylindrical neck with a slightly everted mouth; lip folded inwards; free-blown, partially with sinter deposits. Cf. Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1, New York, 1997, item 268, for type. 39.8 grams, 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Ex Helene Wackernagel-Wenk (1901-1979), Switzerland; thence by descent.Helene Wackernagel-Wenk was a distinguished collector of art and antiquities, celebrated for her refined taste and commitment to preserving cultural heritage. Her collection encompassed a wide range of artifacts, reflecting her deep appreciation for the artistic and historical significance of ancient civilizations. Known for her meticulous curation, Wackernagel-Wenk’s legacy endures through the exceptional pieces that once formed part of her esteemed collection. Artifacts associated with her name are highly valued for their provenance and quality. Pear-shaped body.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Modelled in the round with tall diadem, hair braided and hanging in hanks to the shoulders, palla tied between the breasts; hollow to the reverse. See Witt, R.E., Isis in the Ancient World, London, 1997, for a discussion of the iconography of the cult of Isis in the Greek and Roman world. 58 grams, 60 mm (2 3/8 in.). [No Reserve] Found North Yorkshire, UK, circa 2005. Acquired UK, circa 2009. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.

2nd-3rd century A.D. Comprising a plain hoop with hook-and-eye fastener, discoid shield decorated with filigree border of three bands of twisted wire and seven granules; to the centre, a bezel of spirally twisted wire; a broad hoop from previous pendant attachment. Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L., Roman Jewellery: A Collection of the National Archaeological Museum, Sofia, 1991, item 32, for type. 3.31 grams, 18.24 mm (3/4 in.). [No Reserve] Acquired on the UK art market in the early 2000s. From the David John Dennis collection of ancient jewellery. Property of a Californian, USA, collector.David Dennis started collecting items when he was a 10 year old boy during the Blitz in London gathering parts of nose cones from shells and other pieces of shrapnel that had fallen from the skies. After the war he turned his attentions to cigarette cards, postage stamps, bank notes, coins and eventually ancient artefacts, predominately Roman jewellery. Now living in Cumbria with his daughter he decided it was time to part with his collections.

1st-2nd century A.D. Comprising: rosette with central cell, pin to reverse; P-shaped plate with spring and pin; rectangular plate with triangular cells. Cf. Hattatt, R., Iron Age and Roman Brooches, Oxford, 1985. item 555; Ancient Brooches and Other Artefacts, Oxford, 1989, item 1570; Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987, item 780, for type. 15.5 grams total, 24-29 mm (1 - 1 1/8 in.). [3, No Reserve] Acquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s. From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman.

1st-2nd century A.D. With long, narrow neck separated from the body by a constriction; funicular mouth. Cf. Filarska, B., Szkla Starozytne (Ancient Glass) vol.II, Warszawa, 1972, II, cat.197-198, pl.XLII, nos.3-4, for similar unguentaria; Whitehouse, D., Roman Glass in the Corning Museum of Glass, vol.1, New York, 1997, item 259. 19 grams, 12.3 cm (4 7/8 in.). [No Reserve] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Ex W.Kern, Zurich, 1950s-1970s (d.1980s). Accompanied by a copy of an Art Loss Register certificate no.S00086748.A lachrymatory (from Latin lacrima, tear) is a type of earthenware or, more commonly, glass container found in Roman and Greek tombs, thought to be bottles into which the relatives of the deceased had dropped their tears. They most likely contained ointments, and the discovery of so many of these containers (unguentaria) in tombs is due to the use of ointments in funeral ceremonies. These lachrymatories are usually shaped like a spindle or flask with a long neck and a bulb-shaped body.

1st-4th century A.D. Bronze needle with flattened head and punched slit eye; similar in iron; with old identification label 'Roman Bronze & Iron Needles 1st-4th century AD authenticated by British Museum 30/5/2006'. 6.7 grams total, 81-86 mm (3 1/8 - 3 3/8 in.). [2, No Reserve] Acquired from Ancient & Oriental, circa 2001. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985. Accompanied by a laminated identification label.

4th century A.D. Piriform in profile with flared neck and rolled rim, dimple base. Cf. Lightfoot, C.S., Ancient Glass in National Museum Scotland, Edinburgh, 2007, p.121, no.292, for the type. 36 grams, 11.1 cm (4 3/8 in.). [No Reserve] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Ex Helene Wackernagel-Wenk (1901-1979), Switzerland; thence by descent.These small jars were used as storage vessels. Their typology shows similarities with some material from Northern Black Sea region as well as with other glass finds found in Eastern Mediterranean settlements due to the decreasing variety of forms starting from the Late Roman Period, with whom they have similarities in colour, shape and typology. Helene Wackernagel-Wenk was a distinguished collector of art and antiquities, celebrated for her refined taste and commitment to preserving cultural heritage. Her collection encompassed a wide range of artefacts, reflecting her deep appreciation for the artistic and historical significance of ancient civilizations. Known for her meticulous curation, Wackernagel-Wenk’s legacy endures through the exceptional pieces that once formed part of her esteemed collection. Artefacts associated with her name are highly valued for their provenance and quality.

Circa 2nd century A.D. Comprising: one in greyware with broad shoulder, facing mask to the discus; one squat with beaded rim to the discus, old collector's note 'Ancient Roman / very finely preserved lamp / in red Samian ware / 2nd century / Excavated at Dunnour Essex / Quite perfect + of rare style / From the Page collection'. 145 grams total, 9.9-10.7 cm (4 - 4 1/4 in.). [2, No Reserve] Believed to have been part of the Duke of Northumberland collection. From an early 20th century collection with reference no.67/6. From a Hampshire, UK, private collection. Accompanied be an early 20th century inked information packet.

3rd century A.D. Comprising a discoid plate with running scroll border, lentoid-section handle with raised teardrop decoration; applied central reflective disc with Greek inscription to the reverse: 'τῆς φιλάνδρου πάντα' translating to 'For the woman who loves her husband'; with original reflective glass in situ. Cf. Spasić Durić, D., Град Виминацијум-The city of Viminacium, (in Serbian), Pozarevac, 2015, fig.78, for similar; see also the same inscription on a lead mirror from Black Sea Region, in Из истории Северного Причерноморья в ант. эпоха (From the history of the Northern Black Sea region in the ancient era (in Russian), 1979, p.118,3. 35 grams, 10.3 cm (4 in.). Acquired from Brigantia, York, UK, circa 2010. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.Many examples of this category from the Danube region were found in female graves, where they perhaps served as grave goods considered appropriate for their connection with general issues of fertility, good fortune, and beauty, or even as protective amulets. The inscriptions found on votive lead mirrors in Pannonia, published by Németh & Szabó, show female characteristics, and the beautiful female soul as an addressee. Since lead mirror frames have been found in this Roman province only in graves of women, it is probable that these miniature mirrors, filled with glass in their central hole, were expected to serve as ritual or magical tools to assist the souls of dead women in the afterlife.

1st century A.D. Miniature glass jar with bulbous body, dimple base, short neck and flaring rim. Cf. Auth, H., Ancient Glass at the Newark Museum, Newark, 1976, p.221 (no.462), for similar. 30 grams, 63 mm (2 1/2 in.). [No Reserve] (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Ex Louis-Gabriel Bellon (c.1819-1899), France. Private collection, Europe.Globular jars such as this one have been found in many later 1st-early 2nd century contexts in Britain, central and Northern France, and the Netherlands. Louis-Gabriel Bellon was a prominent French collector of antiquities in the 19th century, renowned for his discerning taste and extensive knowledge of ancient art. His collection, which included Greek, Roman, and Egyptian artifacts, was widely regarded as one of the most significant of its time. Bellon's dedication to the study and preservation of antiquities contributed to the broader understanding of ancient cultures during his era. Pieces from his collection remain highly sought after, reflecting his exceptional eye for quality and historical significance.

1st-2nd century A.D. Matched pair of drop-handles for a situla or other large vessel, each an arched rod with curved and returned ends attached to a looped bar and leaf-shaped panel with an applied mask or gorgoneion below (one absent). 180 grams total, 9.5-10.3 cm wide (3 3/4 - 4 in.). [2, No Reserve] Found North Hampshire near the Roman town of Calleva (Silchester), the Iron Age Celtic capital of the Attrabates tribe. Recorded with Reading Museum, in the 1970s. From an old Hampshire, UK, collection. Ex Ancient & Gothic, UK. Accompanied by copies of two typed and hand illustrated previous information sheets including provenance.

1st century A.D. Comprising three unguentaria, one with an applied disc foot. Cf. Auth, H., Ancient Glass at the Newark Museum, Newark, 1976, p.114, for a similar group. 110 grams total, 9.3-12.3 cm (3 5/8 - 4 7/8 in.). [3, No Reserve] Acquired from Ancient & Oriental, 1980s-1990s. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.Unguentaria or lacrimatoria (tear-bottles) are among the most common items of Roman blown glass found in the graves. They were cheap and quick to produce, used for perfumes, cosmetics and other gifts offered to the dead.

3rd century A.D. and later. The coin of Constantine the Great (272-337 A.D.) mounted on 22 carat gold foil, framed with an art print signed by the artist David McAllister, depicting scenes of Roman military activity; limited edition number 218/1150. Cf. Wilcox, P., Rome's Enemies (2): Gallic and British Celts, London, 1985, pl.G, for similar images of Roman soldiers. 1.26 kg, 49.5 x 37.5 cm (19 1/2 x 14 3/4 in.). [No Reserve] UK gallery, early 2000s. Accompanied by a previous certificate of authenticity.David McAllister's exciting design is a 'one of a kind' work that portrays the might and riches of the Roman civilisation. This limited edition print is a celebration of the award winning artist's lifetime dedication to historical paintings of the ancient world. To enhance appreciation of this rare and historic work, each individual print is signed and numbered by the artist.

3rd-4th century A.D. Wall-plaster fragment with remains of laths to the reverse, dressed surface with painted red and white detailing; with a fragment of a lead coffin believed to have contained the remains of a Roman girl about 17-21 years of age; with old collector's ticket. 218 grams total, 9-98 mm (3/8 - 3 7/8 in.). [2, No Reserve] The coffin fragment found at Brough, Nottinghamshire, UK, 1970s-1980s. Acquired from Ancient & Oriental, UK, in the 1990s. Ian Wilkinson collection, Nottinghamshire, UK, formed since 1985.

1st century A.D. Lentoid in section with engraved image of the crocodile-headed god Sobek, wearing a broad collar and pleated kilt, advancing with a spear, wearing the Pa-sekhemty crown; supplied with a museum-quality impression. Cf. West, N., 'Gods on Small Things: Egyptian Monumental Iconography on Late Antique Magical Gems and the Greek and Demotic Magical Papyri,' in Smith, A.C., Bergeron, M.E. (eds.), The Gods of Small Things, Pallas 86, Toulouse, 2011, p.160, fig. 30g, for a gem with a standing Sobek; Kockelmann, H., Wiesbaden, 2017, pp.96-97, for discussion of the crowns worn by Sobek. 1.24 grams, 15 mm (5/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the Fadel family collection, London, UK, 1970s.The primary centres of worship for Sobek during the Roman Period were Medinet el-Fayum (ancient Shedet) in the Fayum region and KomOmbo in Upper Egypt, where live crocodiles were kept within the temple precincts. Sobek was associated with other deities and the pharaoh, symbolising procreative and vegetative fertility, as well as strength and power.

A ROMAN TALL GLASS 'CANDLESTICK' UNGUENTARIUM 2ND-3RD A.D. 14.5cm high Provenance: Private Collection, California, USA, acquired 1950s-1960s. Rupert Wace Ancient Art, London, April 2015. Literature: For similar examples see C S Lightfoot, Ancient Glass in National Museums Scotland, Edinburgh 2007, p.170 No. 437 and p.174 No.451

Eight various ancient beads, possibly some pre Roman, including bronze animals, largest 3cm long, as well hardstone and intaglio beads. (1 bag)

This exceptional handcolored engraved map, Thraciae Veteris Typus, was crafted by Abraham Ortelius, one of the most celebrated cartographers of the 16th century and the creator of the first modern atlas, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum (1570). The map provides a detailed depiction of ancient Thrace, encompassing present-day Bulgaria, parts of Greece, and Turkey, with artistic and geographical precision. Published in Ortelius's groundbreaking atlas, this map draws from classical sources and reflects the region's historical significance during antiquity. The vibrant hand-colored engraving highlights Thrace's mountains, rivers, and settlements, labeled with their ancient names. The decorative cartouches and embellishments, including a text box explaining historical details, add an artistic richness characteristic of Ortelius's works. Ortelius's Theatrum Orbis Terrarum revolutionized cartography by standardizing the atlas format and compiling maps based on the latest geographic knowledge and historical research. This particular map of Thrace reflects Ortelius's dedication to blending history and geography, showcasing the region as it was during the Roman and Hellenistic periods. Thracia was a crucial region in antiquity, serving as a cultural crossroads between Europe and Asia and a key territory in the Roman Empire. The map captures the ancient city of Byzantium (modern-day Istanbul), the Aegean coastlines, and the rugged interior, offering insight into the classical world's geographic understanding. Sight size: 19.25"L x 14.25"H. Frame dimensions: 30.75"L x 24.75"H x 1"W. Artwork can be unframed and rolled for shipment.Artist: Abraham Ortelius (Netherlands 1527-1598)Issued: c. 1570Dimensions: See DescriptionCountry of Origin: NetherlandsCondition: Age related wear. Tear on lower center right. Vibrant colors.

Giacomo Lauro (1550–1605) after, a series of engravings, Basilica of Saint Sabina, Temple of Juno Lucina, Temple of Faustina, Forum of Nerva, The Ancient Roman Gymnasium or Academy of Letters, probably published in Antiquae Urbis Splendor, 19cm x 23.5cm, 17th/18th century, maple frames, etc (5)

An Italian silver plated micro-mosaic corpus Christi, the cross inlaid with Ancient Roman buildings within quatrefoil borders, 18cm high, 10cm wide

A Roman style stucco fresco model, decorated with a winged amorino driving a dolphin-drawn chariot, in the Grand Tour manner, after the ancient at the Casa dei Vettii Pompeii, 35cm x 30cm x 2.5cm

Nine East Anglia related titles, mainly Norfolk, including M.H. James: 'Bogie Tales of East Anglia', Ipswich, Pawsey & Hayes, 1891, 1st edition, xi,135pp, a collection of 20 ghost and other horror tales/scary stories of East Anglian folk lore, plus some notes on the stories, original cloth gilt, very scarce, Robert Fitch: 'Views of the Gates of Norwich, Made in the Years 1792-3, by the Late John Ninham', Norwich, Cundall, Miller & Leavins, 1861, 22 engraved plates, large 4to (29 x 22cm), original cloth gilt, 'Catalogue of the Exhibition of Works of the Late Charles Harmony Harrison, Held at the Tolhouse Museum, Great Yarmouth. December, 1902.', Gt. Yarmouth, printed by Charles A. Campling, 1902, limited edition, subscriber's copy No. 159 (of unknown limitation), b/w frontis + tipped in photographic portrait of the artist + 9 b/w illustrations of works by Harrison on 5 leaves, 4to, original printed wraps, scarce, Dawson Turner: 'Catalogue of engravings, etchings, and original drawings and deeds, &c, &c : collected towards the illustration of the topography of Norfolk, and inserted in a copy of Blomefield's history of that county in the library of Dawson Turner, at Yarmouth.', Gt. Yarmouth, printed by Sloman, 1841, signed & inscribed by Dawson Turner to Rev. Richard Hart on FFEP, xv,216pp, orig. blindstamped cloth gilt, top edge gilt, Dawson Turner (ed.): ''Sketch of the History of Caister Castle, near Yarmouth; including Biographical Notices of Sir John Fastolfe and of different individuals of the Paston Family', London, Whittaker & Co et al, 1842, 1st edition, 12 plates + folding pedigree complete, original blindstamped cloth gilt, armorial bookplate of Clement Charles Rix Spelman to front pastedown, Anon [Thomas Kitson Cromwell?]: 'The Lives of Eminent & Remarkable Characters, Born or Long Resident in the Counties of Essex, Suffolk, & Norfolk. Embellished with 68 Portraits.', London, Longman et al, 1820, 1st edition, 12mo. 68 portrait engravings with accompanying letterpress, contemporary half calf gilt, W.G. Clarke: 'A Short Historical Guide to the Ancient Borough of Thetford', Thetford, W. Boughton, 1908, folding plan + numerous b/w ills. from photographs complete, signed & inscribed by the author to William Alfred Dutt (1870-1939), East Anglian writer and naturalist, original cloth gilt, plus Louis H. Dahl: 'The Roman Camp and the Irish Saint at Burgh Castle', 1913, orig. cloth gilt, and 'Industries of Norfolk & Suffolk Business Review', [1890], orig. cloth gilt (9)

5 Roman-Britain and other ancient coinage

Ancient intaglio, believed to be Roman, depicting a Roman/Greek man in profile carved into a carnelian,Please note - The vendor lived in Italy for many years and was a keen collector of Roman items

Ancient intaglio, believed to be Roman, depicting a Roman/Greek man in profile with his face depicted separate from his head, carved into a dark blue stone,Please note - The vendor lived in Italy for many years and was a keen collector of Roman items

Dionysos, sogenannter "Narziss von Pompeji"Bronze grünlich patiniert. H 28 cm. 1,5 kg. Nach der antiken Standfigur aus Pompeji gestalteter nackter Weingott (römisch Bacchus) mit Nebris über der Schulter. Das Original befindet sich heute im Archäologischen Nationalmuseum Neapel. Wenige Flecken an der Patina. Aufrufzeit 27. | Feb. 2025 | voraussichtlich 14:18 Uhr (CET) Dionysus, so-called "Narcissus of Pompeii"Bronze with a greenish patina. H 28 cm. 1.5 kg. Naked god of wine (Roman Bacchus) with Nebris over his shoulder, modeled after the ancient statue from Pompeii. The original is now in the National Archaeological Museum of Naples. Few spots on the patina. Call time 27 | Feb. 2025 | probably 14:18 (CET)*This is an automatically generated translation from German by deepl.com and only to be seen as an aid - not a legally binding declaration of lot properties. Please note that we can only guarantee for the correctness of description and condition as provided by the German description.

Ca. AD 1 - 300.A silver ring of annular form, featuring a hollow band with a prominent curvature. The ring is set with a raised oval-shaped gold plaque, topped with a silver inlay shaped as the face of Silenus, a figure from Roman mythology often associated with Dionysus. The face depicts a bearded elderly man, with large, expressive eyes, a prominent nose, and two horizontal grooves across the forehead marking wrinkles.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 2375, Ancient Jewelry, Lot 434.Size: D:14.88mm / US: 3 3/4 / UK: H; Weight: 21.5gProvenance: Private UK collection; formerly with R. A.; since the 1990s.

Ca. AD 200 - 300.A gold ring with a D-section round hoop with heart-shaped shoulders connected to a round bezel securing a carnelian intaglio depicting a Roman Emperor in profile, crowned with the sun wreath and a long beard. For similar see: Ancient Gem and Finger rings, Cataloguee of the collection, The J. Paul Getty Museum, 1992, n. 267, Carnelian f1; Christie's, Live Auction 6060, Antiquities, Lot. 362.Size: D:19.76mm / US: 10 / UK: T 1/2; Weight: 8.47gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. AD 1 - 100.An oval-shaped red garnet intaglio, finely engraved with the image of the imperial eagle taking centre stage. The majestic bird is portrayed in right profile, with its wings folded alongside its body and its prominent claws grasping the baseline. The eagle’s head is extended forward; it is flanked by two olive branches, with an eight-pointed star positioned above. This intaglio is housed within a gold bezel cell that has an incised base, connected to a D-section hoop, creating a simple yet elegant ring.For similar see: Entwistle Ch., Adams N., Gems of Heaven: Recent Research on Engraved Gemstones in Late Antiquity, c. AD 200–600, Plate 10, Ringstone of carnelian, London, British Museum, (eagle in the centre); PE G109; "Ancient Greek, Roman and Byzantine engraved gems in the eastern Mediterranean and Black Sea area" Fig. 1, pg. 30.Size: 8mm x P 1/2mm; Weight: 5gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter

Ca. AD 1 - 400.A group comprising 10 glass containers, displaying various shapes and styles. Among them are bulbous flasks, bottles and jars, each exhibiting exquisite craftsmanship and design typical of Roman /Late Roman glasswork. These containers would have likely been used for storing and dispensing oils, perfumes, or other precious substances in ancient Roman households or during religious ceremonies.Size: 25-70mm x 15-45mm; weight 160gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 1 - 400.A group comprising 11 glass containers, displaying various shapes and styles. Among them are bulbous flasks, bottles and jars, each exhibiting exquisite craftsmanship and design typical of Roman /Late Roman glasswork. These containers would have likely been used for storing and dispensing oils, perfumes, or other precious substances in ancient Roman households or during religious ceremonies.Size: 20-70mm x 15-35mm; weight 140gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 1 - 400.A group comprising 10 glass containers, displaying various shapes and styles. Among them are bulbous flasks, bottles and jars, each exhibiting exquisite craftsmanship and design typical of Roman /Late Roman glasswork. These containers would have likely been used for storing and dispensing oils, perfumes, or other precious substances in ancient Roman households or during religious ceremonies.Size: 20-70mm x 15-35mm; weight 155gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 100 - 300.A rare cosmetic tool, delicately carved from bone and implemented with intricate detailing on its body and two retractable tips serving as both nail and ear picks. The tool's body and tips have been skillfully pierced, suggesting that they possibly were adorned with insets, adding to the item's remarkable aesthetic appeal. In the ancient Roman world, personal grooming and hygiene were of paramount importance, reflecting an individual's social status and overall health. The use of such finely crafted cosmetic tools was widespread among the upper echelons of society, where their intricate designs and luxurious materials served as symbols of wealth and refinement.Size: L:65mm / W:15mm ; 5gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 100 - 300.An exquisite ancient Roman phalera featuring the head of Medusa. The bronze face has silver inlaid eyes. She has a slightly open mouth and snakes tied in a Hercules knot below her chin. Her finely modeled hair is swept back from her face. The back of the appliqué is hollow and unadorned. For similar see: Harvard Art Museum, Object Number 2001.191 ,2001.182.Size: 57.6mm x 58.7mm; Weight: 126.43gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy.

An Egyptian 20 Guerche 900 silver coin, a cased Bank of Sierra Leone 1964-1974 celebrating 10th Anniversary, and another cases St Helena of the granting of the Royal Charter to the East India Company 1673-1973 in Sterling silver, and three one sided ancient Roman replicas.

Antiker Kopf eines Knaben aus Sandstein. RÖMISCH, mit turbanähnlichem Kopfputz. H: 26 cm. Ursprünglich wohl Teil eines Reliefs. Besch.: wie z.B. restaurierter Durchriß. Erworben im Jahr 1985 in Stuttgart..| Ancient sandstone head of a boy. ROMAN, with turban-like headdress. H: 26 cm. Originally probably part of a relief. Damage: e.g. restored crack. Acquired in Stuttgart in 1985.

Seven cased sets of replica ancient coins, comprising 'Ancient British Coins', 'Saxon and Norman Silver Pennies', 'Medieval English Coins', 'Elizabethan Coinage', 'The Story of Our Coinage', 'Coins of Roman Britain' and 'The Twelve Caesars' (7).

A GOLD BOX MOUNTED WITH A MICROMOSAIC OF THE TEMPLE OF THE CLITUMNUS STAMPED SPD AND 14, 19TH CENTURY The cover inset with a micromosaic of the Temple Of The Clitumnus, engraved with a foliate swag band and engine turned decoration Size/dimensions: 7cm long Gross weight: 81g The Temple of Clitumnus is a small 6th century Christian Church in Umbria. It was built during the Kingdom of the Lombards in Italy (568-774 A.D.) on the Via Flaminia, next to the banks of the River Clitunno. It is constructed from ancient Roman building materials, which made Renaissance scholars believe it must have been the remains of the Temple to Jupiter Clitumnus as mentioned by Pliny. Provenance: Private Collection Condition Report: Small amount of tesserae missing from clouds next to the temple, only visible under a loupeMarks partially rubbedHinge goodCover sits wellLight scratches and wear commensurate with age and useCondition Report Disclaimer

EDWARD LEAR (BRITISH 1812-1888) PATTI Inscribed and dated ‘Patti 4 July 1847’ and numbered 2/2, and further inscribed with notes throughout, pencil and pen and ink 30cm x 46cm (11.75in x 17.75in) Patti, which is close to Messina, is most known for the magnificent ruins of the surrounding ancient Greek city of Tindari and the ruins of its ornate Roman villa, which dates back to the second and third centuries AD. Founded in 1094 by Norman King Roger II of Sicily, Patti was destroyed by Frederick of Aragon in 1300 due to its affiliation with the House of Anjou. Rebuilt in the 16th century, it was eventually sacked by Ottoman Turks.

Giovanni Battista Piranesi (1720-1778), etching of an ancient Roman marble vase and pedestal from Hadrian's villa in Rome, published Rome 1778, as plate 41 from Piranesi's monumental work "Vasi, Candelabri, Cippi, Sarcofagi, Tripodi, Lucerne ed Ornamenti Antichi" (Studies of Vases, Candelabra, Funerary Monuments, Sarcophagi, Tripods, Lamps and Ancient Ornaments), 71cm x 35.5cm, framed and glazed

A pair of elegant and comfortable Neoclassical-style armchairs featuring intricately carved giltwood frames and luxurious damask upholstery in a golden hue. The chairs showcase a curved backrest, gracefully scrolled arms with rosette detailing, and cabriole legs terminating in claw feet. The frames are finished in gilt, adding a touch of opulence, while the upholstery is adorned with subtle floral and foliate patterns, complementing the refined aesthetic. These armchairs combine timeless Neoclassical design elements with exceptional craftsmanship, making them ideal for both formal living spaces and collector interiors. Their classic design harks back to the grandeur of ancient Greco-Roman influences, seamlessly blending artistic tradition with functional seating. The Neoclassical style emerged in the mid-18th century as a revival of Greco-Roman aesthetics. Furniture from this period emphasized clean lines, symmetry, and classical ornamentation, often incorporating motifs such as rosettes, laurel wreaths, and claw feet. Giltwood furniture was highly prized for its luxurious appearance, with artisans applying delicate gold leaf to carved wood surfaces to create a radiant finish. Dimensions: Each: 27"L x 28"W x 34"HCondition: Age related wear.

Roman, Greek, Egyptian. Rollin, Charles. The Ancient History of the Egyptians, Carthaginians, Assyrians, Babylonians etc. London. 1828. 15th edition. 6 vols. Full calf, spines dry; with Schliemann, Dr. Henry. Tityns. The Prehistoric Palace of the Kings of Tiryns. London. 1886. Modern halfcalf. Ex - library; with Schliemann, Dr. Henry Ilios: The City and County of the Trojans. London. 1880. Modern red cloth. Ex - Library; with a further 20 volumes. (28).

Eleven ancient and modern coins comprising: three small bronze ancient Greek; a silver ancient Greek drachma; three late Roman bronzes; a Henry V silver penny 1413-22; an Edward VI silver sixpence 1547-53; two Victoria Jubilee half crowns 1889 and 1888.

Eighteenth Century Maps Eleven Thomas Kitchen. 'A Map of the Western Part of the Roman Empire,' uncoloured copper engraved, folds, spotting, 1815; 'Carte De La Coste D'Angola,' uncoloured; 'Carte Du Cours des Rivieres de Faleme et Sanaga....,' uncoloured; 'Liverpool' by B. R. Davis, folded, nibbles to edges, R. Weller Lithograph; 'L'Empire Russe en Europe et en Asie,' surrounding letterpress explanatory text (in French) includes information about geography, history, genealogy, religion, etc, centre fold, vg, P. Didot, 1806; 'Great Britain and Ireland with Judges Circuits,' uncoloured, centre fold, vg, John Stockdale, London, 1805; Fricx Henri 'Carte Particular D'Une Partie D'Angleterre,' partially coloured, centre fold, spotting, thought to be published by Covens & Mortier, circa 1720; Guillemo Delisle. 'Graeciae Pars Septen Septentrionalis,' uncoloured, wormholes to head centre fold in the margin, 1708; D'Anville. 'Graeciae Antiquae Specimen Geographicum,' uncoloured, centre fold, spotting to margins, , Complete Body of Ancient Geography, Laurie and Whittle, London, [c.1795]; 'Part of the Bay of Cadiz,' uncolloured, fold lines, engraved for Harrisons edition of Rapin, [c.1785]; Plus one other. (11)

DIONISIUS. De situ orbis. Impressum Venetiis: per Christoferum de pensis dictum Mandello, 1498In 4to; 214x155 mm. Full vellum binding. 32 leaves, the last leaf is blank; a-h4, 29 lines, Roman type, printed marginalia, initials spaces of 4 or 8 lines with printed guide. Nice copy. Dionisius describes the geography of the known world in some 1,200 elegant hexameters written in a concise and elegant style. The De situ orbis undertakes an account of the known world with its seas, countries and islands. During the Renaissance, it became quite popular, no doubt due to the humanists' interest in newly published ancient texts and the growing interest in geography as reports of the discovery of new lands circulated. This is the third Latin edition of the Greek author's description of the known world, probably written about A.D. 120, chiefly after Eratosthenes (c. 275-194 B.C.), taking little account of subsequent discoveries. The list of "Insulae Asiae seu provinciae" on h2 verso and h3 recto includes "Serica" and "Sine".

PONTANO, Giovanni. Opera. Urania, sive de stellis libri quinque. Venezia, Aldo Manuzio, 1513In 8vo. 150x90 mm. Contemporary French vellum binding, originally painted in pink, with gilt rules on covers with gilt medallion in the center. Leaves 255, [1]. Collation: a-2i⁸. Aldine anchor on titlepage and on last leaf, space for initials with guide letters, italic and roman type. Signatures of ancient ownership on titlepage. Original and authentic calf binding, still visible on the insidecovers. Some handwritten annotations on margins of several pages and on the last three blank pages. Nice copy with margin. Second edition of Pontano's astrological poems, increased by 18 poems, included in the sections Iambici and De laudibus divinis. Pontano was undoubtedly the most active Latin poet of the second half of the 15th century, together with Poliziano. Pontano was highly appreciated by Aldo, who had already published a shorter collection of lyrics in 1505.The present copy bears three signatures of former owners on the title page: “Ex libris Danielis Hallai” (XVI sec); “du douet fils Rue de *** 1765”; “ex-libris Juliani le Roy” (XIX sec).Adams P-1858; Ahmanson-Murphy 109; Brunet IV, 807; Cantamessa 6256; Graesse V, 406; Renouard 63:7; Riccardi I, 2 301-2.

DE’ CRESCIMBENI, Giovanni Mario. Racconto di tutta l’operazione per l’elevazione, e abbassamento della Colonna Antonina fatto D’ordine della Santità di Nostro Signore Papa Clemente XI e descritto da Gio: Mario De’ Crescimbeni.In Roma, Nella Stamperia della Rev. Cam. Apost., 17054to; 235x170 mm.; Pp. 27, [1 blank]. (A-B4, C6), woodcut coat-of-arms on title page, woodcut initial. Disbound, as issued, but with traces of having been in a binding for some time. Slight foxing on title page and on the margins. Good untrimmed copy, partially uncut. Account of the operations performed in 1705 to raise the Column of Antoninus Pius and to lower it onto rollers. Found in 1703 in the garden of the Mission Fathers in Campus Martius during the demolition of some houses, the column was initially mistaken for the Colonna citatoria but soon identified with the column of Antoninus Pious. The column, made of Egyptian red granite, was erected between 161 and 162 in honor of the emperor Antoninus Pius and his wife Faustina.Clement XI decided to move the column, a commission was formed and the work entrusted to the architect Domenico Fontana and his son Francesco. Ridley: ““One of the most remarkable stories in the history of Roman archaeology, ... is the story of the extraction of the column of Antoninus Pius in the Campus Martius (1703-5). The work was placed in the hands of the ‘noble architects Carlo and Francesco Fontana, instead of competent engineers, and the result was the destruction of the column.””After some failed attempts in 1704 the column was finally raised and lowered on rolls, ready to be moved to Montecitorio square. Here ends Crescimbeni’s report. The plan, however, ended in disaster and the column was badly damaged, allegedly already in ancient time but actually because the task was badly planned and even worst performed; a later fire didn’t improve its condition. The fragments of the column are now kept in the Vatican Museums in Rome.

Two American liberty dollars, 1922 and 1927, two U.S. half dollars, two Canadian dollars, and a further ancient Roman coin.

A group of Roman carved marble fragments, c.190 CE-200 CE, each carved in high relief with figures and sea creatures, originally forming a sarcophagus frieze panel,largest 90cm wide9cm deep35cm high (11)Provenance: Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester (1697-1759), Holkham Hall, Norfolk;thence by descent. Literature: Holkham Archives F/TC 4 (Account book of Thomas Coke's expenses on his Grand Tour, 1712-1718), p.167;Holkham Archives F/TC 5 (Account book of Thomas Coke's expenses on his Grand Tour, 1716-1718), p. 253;M Brettingham, 'The Plans, Elevations and Sections, of Holkham in Norfolk, the Seat of the late Earl of Leicester', London, 1773, p.20;C C Vermeule, 'Notes on a New Edition of Michaelis: Ancient Marbles in Great Britain', AJA, vol. 59, April 1955, p.136;A Moore, 'Norfolk and the Grand Tour' (exhibition cat.), Castle Museum, Norwich, 1985, p.38;E Angelicoussis, 'The Holkham Collection of Classical Sculptures', Mainz, 2001, no. 52;Forschungsarchiv für antike Plastik 979/13; 2665/12-22. Arachne no. 7499.Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester is recorded to have purchased these fragments, together with a portrait of Marcus Aurelius, in Rome on 11 September 1716 for 65 crowns.Condition ReportThe panel has fallen into pieces and is incomplete. There are eleven fragments remaining, two of which are connected by an iron pin (pieces 5/6). Surfaces throughout are heavily weathered and one fragment has very little decoration remaining. Dowel holes, iron pins and remains of repairs show that the relief had once been restored. The underside of the lower ledge has slots and dowel holes for mounting the panel.For further images, please contact the department.

An ancient Roman coin collection, various denominations and emperors

Ancient Roman coin collection, various denominations and emperors

An interesting collection of ancient glass fragments and shards including examples marked from Silurum, Reculver and loose coloured fragments likely Roman, three animal teeth, three Iron fragments and a black pottery small pot (1 tray)

Collection of Ancient Roman History and Archaeology Books, including Embleton (Ronald and Frank Graham), Hadrian's Wall in the days of the Romans, Frank Graham, 1984, dust jacket; Beard (Mary), Spor, A History of Ancient Rome, Profile Book, 2015, dust jacket; Bruce-Mitford (R. L. S., editor), Recent Archaeologial Excavations in Britain, Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1957, dust jacket; Rediscovering Pompeii, L'Erma di Bretschneider, 1992; and others on Roman Britian, archaeology, Pompeii, Roman art and architecure, etc. (9 Boxes)

Collection of Ancient Roman History and Archaeology Books, including Ciarallo (Annamaria and Ernesto De Carolis), Pompeii, Life in a Roman Town, Electa, 1999; Watson (G. R.), The Roman Soldier, Thames & Hudson, 1969, dust jacket; Rivet ( A. L. F., editor), The Roman Villa in Britain, Routledge & Kegan Paul, 1970, dust jacket; D'Arms (John H.), Romans of the Bay of Naples, Harvard University Press, 1970, dust jacket (laminated); and others on Pompeii, Roman Britian, Vindolanda, Herculaneum, art, etc. (10 Boxes)

Mixed World coins to include William III, George I, II, III, IV, William IV, and Victorian copper coinage, Pennies, Halfpennies and Farthings with dates to include 1699, 1724, 1735, 1799, 1823, 1831, 1855, and others along with Japanese coinage, Ancient Roman Nummus and a Severus Alexander Sestertius,

An ancient Greek/Roman style sandwich glass segment, diameter 7cm.

An early 20th century Parian figure, published by Samuel Alcock & Co, June 18th 1852, height 29cm, (af), a further Parian ware bust of a gentleman, height 20cm, (af), a Parian ware bust of Bellini, height 12cm, a modern Ancient Roman style bust on marble base, height 14cm, a resin bust and a resin wall hanging plaque (6).Condition Report: Please note, both of the two larger Parian figures have been badly damaged and in multiple pieces, having been previously repaired.

A collection of three prints to include an albumen print of ancient Greek or Roman ruins, along with a 20th century print of a policeman after the original photgraph dated 1856, and another 20th century print after the original photograph of the '1st Australian Team, 1878'. All framed and glazed. H.52 W.37cm (tallest)

A VERY FINE 19TH CENTURY GRAND TOUR OR POSSIBLY ANCIENT ROMAN STYLE BRONZE FIGURE OF A LADY, mounted to a marble base, 16.5cm high.

A collection of ancient Greek and Roman coinage extensive wear