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Other Properties — A Roman Bronze Lion Head Handle, 2nd/3rd Century A.D.
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A Roman Bronze Lion Head Handle, 2nd/3rd Century A.D.

A Roman bronze decorative handle fashioned in the form of a lion's head. Dating to the 2nd or 3rd century A.D., this functional artwork exemplifies Roman metalwork craftsmanship.

Medium
A Roman Bronze Lion Head Handle
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

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Ancient Sculpture and Works of Art

June 29, 2022

Estimate: $1,500 – $2,000

Lot 181

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Other Properties, A Roman Bronze Lion Head Handle, 2nd/3rd Century A.D.

A Roman bronze decorative handle fashioned in the form of a lion's head. Dating to the 2nd or 3rd century A.D., this functional artwork exemplifies Roman metalwork craftsmanship.

Medium
A Roman Bronze Lion Head Handle
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Roman, Handle, Bronze, Lion Head, Metalwork, Decorative, 2nd-3rd Century A.D.

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