Rare Romano-British Enameled Bronze Fibula
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Description
Roman, Britain, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE. A gorgeous cast-bronze fibula with a square body and four circular projections. A recessed cavity within the main body is set with eight white calcite stones surrounding a central ring, and cobalt-blue enamel fills the gaps in-between. Remains of the attachments for the fibula's original pin and clasp remain on the verso of two projections, though the majority of both components are missing. Covered in thick green patina, this is an exceedingly rare example of Romano-British fashion! Custom museum-quality display stand included. Size: 1.875" W x 1.875" H (4.8 cm x 4.8 cm); 2.125" H (5.4 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
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Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to recent increases of shipments being seized by Australian & German customs (even for items with pre-UNESCO provenance), we will no longer ship most antiquities and ancient Chinese art to Australia & Germany. For categories of items that are acceptable to ship to Australia or Germany, please contact us directly or work with your local customs brokerage firm.
Display stands not described as included/custom in the item description are for photography purposes only and will not be included with the item upon shipping.
#141878
Condition
Some white stones as well as original pin and clasp missing. Age-commensurate abrasions to bronze and enamel components, with slight bending to overall form. Light earthen deposits and great patina throughout.
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Rare Romano-British Enameled Bronze Fibula
Estimate $500 - $750
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