Celtic Iron Age - Romano British Bronze Head > Lot No. 823

Description:
Circa 1st century BC-1st century AD. A male bust with good facial detail, shaven head and pony tail; lead filled, with iron fixing spike.

Measurements:
305 grams, 122 mm including stand.

Condition:
Very fine condition with a smooth, deep green patination.

References:
Cf. bust from Moresby, Cumberland, in Ross, Pagan Celtic Britain, London, 1967 pl.43.

Provenance:
Found Suffolk.

Estimate: £500 - 800 (EUR 620 - 1,000; USD 790 - 1,270)

Auction date: Thursday 9th September 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £460