Lot 1808
Frog - Roman Enamel and Bronze Brooch. Eastern Europe, c. 2nd - early 3rd century AD. The stylized creature with slim, angled body. Two panels along the back contain enamel, consisting of alternating yellow and blue granules within a red background. Brooch complete, with minor repairs to two feet. Enamel very well preserved; the metal with pleasing dusky green patina. Cute, and a less common brooch type. Length: 1-5/8".
Estimated Value $300 - 400.
Cf. a closely similar example, once Mildenberg collection, Christies London (10-26/27-04), lot 108.
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