RARE HELLENISTIC GOLD BRACELET WITH LION SHAPED FINIALS

Ca. 300 - 200 BC A Hellenistic gold bracelet composed of a tubular-shaped central body decorated with intertwined gold threads. The main focal point of the bracelet is the two gold finials shaped like rampant lions. These two animals are exquisitely crafted with extremely naturalistic proportions and intricate body details. The connection between the two arms of the bracelet starts between the front paws of the two lions. For similar see: Metropolitan Museum, Accession Number: 30.115.86.
Size: 95mm x 92mm; Weight: 47g
Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
This piece comes with an authentication report by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.
This piece comes with an authentication report by Sami Fortune, ancient jewellery specialist.
Estimate: GBP 7500 - 15000