A BRONZE ROMAN LION KEY HANDLE, 3RD CENTURY A.D. A bronze ke...

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A BRONZE ROMAN LION KEY HANDLE, 3RD CENTURY A.D. A bronze key handle, 3rd century A.D., features a reclining lion in a detailed, lifelike pose. The lion’s majestic mane and expressive facial, with its open mouth and forward-stretching paws symbolising both authority and protection.


The figure likely served as the handle for a large key, as suggested by the intricately designed base, which would have been affixed to the key mechanism.

L: 8cm 

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Auction Date:
27th Nov 24 at 2pm GMT

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