1st-3rd century AD. A trapezoidal carved bone plaque with high-relief design in two panels: above, curled vine tendrils with leaves and bunches of grapes; below, dense acanth-leaf ornament with texturing; mounted on a ctom-made display stand. 33 grams total, 89mm high including stand (3 1/2"). Lichtenstein Princely collection formed 1960s. With Christie's, 30 April 2008, sale 5392. Property of a gentleman living in central London. [No Reserve]