Ancient Roman, Empire Bronze handle - 6.6 cm
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Roman bronze handgrip (applique) from the Oud-Romeins, Keizerrijk, dating to the 2nd–3rd century, 6.6 cm high, 17.2 cm wide, 5 cm deep, weighing 454 g, acquired in 1994 from a Dutch antique dealer, with a dark green‑brown patina and authentic/original designation.
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Roman bronze handle (applique)
From the 'Gesink collection', a heavy Roman bronze object, a handle that has been soldered onto tableware. Weight 454 grams. An exceptionally fine object with a dark green/brown patina. Included in the collection in 1994. Provenance: antique shop in London.
Shipping method: sent by registered mail, well packed in a package of 20x10x8 cm.
Roman bronze handle (applique)
From the 'Gesink collection', a heavy Roman bronze object, a handle that has been soldered onto tableware. Weight 454 grams. An exceptionally fine object with a dark green/brown patina. Included in the collection in 1994. Provenance: antique shop in London.
Shipping method: sent by registered mail, well packed in a package of 20x10x8 cm.
Details
Culture
Ancient Roman, Empire
Century/timeframe
2e-3e eeuw
Name of object
handle
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1994
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Height
6.6 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1994
Width
17.2 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
Depth
5 cm
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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