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LOT 2164
Agate Bead and Pendant Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 3 1/8 in. (286 grams total, 15-80 mm).
Including fusiform plano-convex and other types with wedge-shaped pendant. [23, No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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Neoclassical Carnelian Gemstone with Warrior and Putto
18th-19th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
With incuse warrior naked and facing left, putto facing him, a shield propped against a tree to his rear; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 2.75 grams, 23 mm
Acquired on the European art market. Private collection, England. -
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Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
Late 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals showing different scenes, including two with cuneiform text. 438 grams total, 49-57 mm
Possibly made by the British Museum. From a West Country, UK, private collection. -
Post Medieval Agate Cameo with Scene from the Old Testament
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Ellipsoid panel with thick outer rim, the inner panel with scene carved in high-relief depicting a bearded figure enthroned extending one hand towards a group of eight attendants, one holding up an empty garment; Hebrew legend beneath. 50 grams, 66 mm
French art market, 2023. Private collection, England.
