Roman - Silver Figurine - Lioness > Lot No. 671

Description:
Circa 1st century AD. Solid cast lioness with caricature snarling features, standing on a flat integral base, facing head one quarter to right, and raising front left paw as if in combat.

Measurements:
36 grams, 42 mm.

Condition:
Extremely fine condition with superb detail. Very rare.

Provenance:
Purchased from an London auction house in the 1960's.

Estimate: £1,000 - 2,000 (EUR 1,240 - 2,480; USD 1,580 - 3,170)

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

Sold for: £1,250