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LOT 0959
Amlash Terracotta Jar
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
7 1/4 in. (708 grams, 18.5 cm high).
Bulbous body and broad flared neck with slightly everted rim. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceLondon, UK, collection, 1990s.
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Western Asiatic Terracotta Wine Vessel
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Fine condition.
Acquired 1970s-1990s. Ex Rabi Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK. From a specialist collection of pottery. -
Achaemenid Gold Penannular Hair Ring
Circa 5th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £494
Composed of a hollow D-section body, decorative vertical grooves around the outer face. 4.83 grams, 32 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s.
In Achaemenid graves, it is possible to determine if the jewellery contained within belonged to an adult female or a child by its size. The jewellery of the adult women included a wreath, as well as three pairs of boat-shaped earrings, two necklaces, two pendants, four finger rings, and a set of dress ornaments. Children's jewellery pieces usually consisted of only three pairs of earrings and a necklace. -
Western Asiatic Decorative Bronze Furniture Fitting
10th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
Composed of a ribbed body, flared neck with octagonal collar, decorated with incised geometric detailing; void to base. 842 grams, 15.7 cm high
with a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s.
