Ancient Art, Antiquities, Books, Natural History, Stamps & Coins

Biconical in profile on a basal ring, with short applied handles, concentric horizontal red lines to both faces, painted vertical lines under the neck. 240 grams, 18.2 cm wide



Ex Kurt Alder, Riehen, acquired in November 1978; thence by descent in the family.

Comprising a low foot of rare profile; four interconnected palmettes to the tondo; concentric rib on the interior; looped handles; old collector's ticket: 'Etruscan black pottery squat kylix with two handles. Incised in the tondo are four vine leaves. Found at Gervetei. Fifth century BC. Bought in Rome, Via del Populo, September 1964'. 169 grams, 20.1 cm wide



From the private collection of Peter Clayton, FCILIP, Dip, Arch, FSA, FRNS, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, UK; formed since the late 1950s. Accompanied by an old handwritten identification card written by Peter Clayton.

Plano-convex type with intaglio profile female bust wearing diadem and drop earrings; chipped; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.22 grams, 12 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

The subject derives from Hellenistic creations, which is indicated by the open mouth suggesting a state of ecstasy, prominent cheekbones, the head’s position and facial expression. Particular attention is given to the details of headgear and hair.

Biconvex in section and discoid in plan with low-relief concentric rings to the tondo; two lateral strap handles supporting a deep cup finial. 381 grams, 19.5 cm



Ex J.R. collection, Netherlands, since before 2000. Private collection, Europe, acquired from the above.

Fluted body tapering to a narrow foot, frieze of fine vertical lines around the body, zigzag band below, a pair of wide flat handles; restored. 235 grams, 17.2 cm wide



with H.A.C. AG, Basel, until 1999; thence by descent.

Moulded in low-relief, standing figure in knee-length short-sleeved tunic with belt and cloak over the left shoulder; right arm bent across the body, hand holding a frond. 61 grams, 90 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Comprising two palm-cups with broad everted rim to the mouth, and a bulbous jar with rounded rim. 198 grams total, 78-94 mm



Acquired on the UK art market since the 1990s. From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.

Modelled as a stylised quadruped with its legs folded beneath the body, long curving horns and circular cells on the body and eye, two lugs on the reverse. 24.3 grams, 51 mm



Ex Abelita collection, 1990s.

Round-section hoop with flat discoid bezel, engraved standing long-legged bird facing a tall altar. 4.23 grams, 24.66 mm overall, 20.68 x 17.95 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)



Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

Moulded in high-relief with crested headgear, trimmed beard, large almond-shaped eyes and hatched fringe. 23 grams, 53 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Comprising irregular mainly curved sidewall fragments with reserved and applied geometric ornament on a black field; each with old collector's label. 23 grams total, 25-41 mm



Iris Cornelia Love (1933-2020) collection, New York, formed primarily in the 1950s-1970s; on long-term loan to Dietrich von Bothmer, New York, late 1960s/early 1970s to late 1990s.

Including standing figure with patera in one extended hand and other types. 5.05 grams total, 16-27 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.