Bidspirit auction | Roman Lidded Balsamarium or Pyxis

Roman Lidded Balsamarium or Pyxis - 2nd-3rd century AD A bronze pyxis with ribbed sidewall, concentric rings to the underside, trumpet-shaped mouth, lateral loops with chains securing a hook and lid. 128 grams, 23cm including chain (8 7/8” including chain). Very fine condition. Provenance Property of a Mayfair lady; formerly in an important London collection formed since 1965.