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Beautiful Roman bronze handle in the form of a lion

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Beautiful Roman bronze handle in the form of a lion

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A beautiful Roman bronze handle in the form of a lion, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, well-modeled in fine style with incised detail added to the mane and head. The base possesses to raised ridges with central groove and would have been fitted to either a tool or implement or served as a handle or decorative element for a piece of furniture. L: 3 5/8 in (9.2 cm). Well-preserved with a gorgeous deep olive-green patina. Ex Los Angeles private collection.

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Beautiful Roman bronze handle in the form of a lion

Name: Beautiful Roman bronze handle in the form of a lion
SKU: 61765504
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $400

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