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Bactrian Terracotta Chalice
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Comprising a broad bowl with ribbing to the shoulder, tapering stem and flared base. 715 grams, 24 cm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Sasanian Orange Agate Stamp Seal
Circa 3rd-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
With incuse profile bearded portrait bust between stars. 13.13 grams, 27.18 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Achaemenid Blue Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
Mid 1st millennium B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £59
Composed of graduated beads, the central feature comprising a tubular bead with chevron decoration and a large doughnut-shaped bead, restrung. 12.18 grams, 36.6 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s. -
Western Asiatic Decorated Black Stone Bead
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
Lozengiform type with dense, grooved geometric design. 2.03 grams, 19 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Bowl
Late 1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Broad and squat with rounded sidewall and lip to the inner edge of the mouth. 280 grams, 18.3 cm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Sasanian Polished Bronze Bowl
3rd-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Shallow body with gently sloping walls and flattened base. 228 grams, 17.5 cm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Pan Weight
Circa 10th century A.D.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Bids: 2 | Current Bid: £10
Biconvex in profile with broad flat faces. 136 grams, 34 mm
From the London collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999. -
Mesopotamian Cream Steatite Four-Sided Seal with Figures and Cuneiform Text
Circa 2500 B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Bids: 10 | Current Bid: £151
Rectangular in section, each face with a carved panel: standing figure with chevron detailing to robe, zigzag beneath bent arm; two columns of cuneiform script; standing figure with rosette beside a hatched column with bird above; two columns of cuneiform script; with old dealer's ticket and collector's card; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 8.28 grams, 30.48 mm
From the private collection of the late Mr W. Magee, Hartlepool, County Durham, UK, 1960s-1990s, thence by descent. Accompanied by two previous cataloguing information cards. -
Holy Land Black-Burnished Oil Lamp
Late 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Bids: 1 | Current Bid: £5
Bulbous body with low rim, a short spout and a small ledge handle at the rear. 212 grams, 98.6 mm
From the collection of a Yorkshire, UK gentleman, items collected in the Holy Land in the 1960s. -
Western Asiatic Bone Idol Group
2nd century B.C.-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Bids: 5 | Current Bid: £21
Each plano-convex in section with heavily scored detailing; one repaired. 8.82 grams total, 46.51-46.64 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Stone Scaraboid Seal Group
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Each plano-convex in section, two with incuse design to underside. 12.07 grams total, 15-21 mm
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s. -
Luristan Bronze Recumbent Deer Mount
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £40 - 60 (+bp*)
Bids: 3 | Current Bid: £11
Modelled in the half-round with its head turned and right front leg raised, lug to the rear. 16.1 grams, 33.4 mm high
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
