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LOT 0292
Assyrian Gold Earrings with Bosses
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/8 in. (17.48 grams total, 26-27 mm).
Each a hoop extending between two conical wound-wire bosses above a cluster of granules, carinated shank below with third cluster beneath; one loop replaced. [2]
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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Bactrian Silver Walking Stick Attachment
2nd millennium B.C.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Hollow-formed cylinder seal-type attachment, possibly from a walking stick or a furniture fitting, with a frieze of opposed seated figures, beasts and other details; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 32.33 grams, 31 mm
Fair condition. Very rare.
Acquired before 1990. With a central London gallery. Private collection of a North West London lady. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Hook
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
With suspension loop, rectangular-section shank, recurved lower body with ribbed cross-section, acorn finial. 61 grams, 10.9 cm
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. -
Timurid Engraved Iron Bowl
Circa 14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
With rivetted sidewall and base, incised herringbone hatching, four roundels each with rosette to the centre and inscribed arch; repaired. 636 grams, 19.5 cm
Fair condition, with later repair.
Formerly acquired in the 1980s. From the family collection of a Hampstead gentleman.
