Tubular handle featuring a lion's head at the end. The fawn is depicted with its mouth open, fangs visible and tongue hanging out. Radiating mane. The circular handle is decorated with foliage. 
Bronze
Roman art, 2nd-3rd century. 
L.: 14 cm
In Jean Roudillon's notes:
"Antique Green patina bronze whip handle featuring a lion's head comes from the former Alfred and Arthur Sambon collection."
Provenance:
- Alfred and Arthur Sambon Collection
- Jean Roudillon Collection
Live Thursday 6 June 2024・16:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 48

Tubular handle featuring a lion's head at the end. The fawn is depicted with its mouth open, fangs visible and tongue hanging out. Radiating mane. The circular handle is decorated with foliage. Bronze Roman art, 2nd-3rd century. L.: 14 cm In Jean Roudillon's notes: "Antique Green patina bronze whip handle featuring a lion's head comes from the former Alfred and Arthur Sambon collection." Provenance: - Alfred and Arthur Sambon Collection - Jean Roudillon Collection

Estimate
€1,500 - €2,000
Result
€3,380
Buyer's premium
30%
Tubular handle featuring a lion's head at the end. The fawn is depicted with its mouth open, fangs visible and tongue hanging out. Radiating mane. The circular handle is decorated with foliage. Bronze Roman art, 2nd-3rd century. L.: 14 cm In Jean Roudillon's notes: "Antique Green patina bronze whip handle featuring a lion's head comes from the former Alfred and Arthur Sambon collection." Provenance: - Alfred and Arthur Sambon Collection - Jean Roudillon Collection
Sale Thursday 6 June 2024・16:00 (Europe/Paris)
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