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LOT 1213
Bactrian Bronze Stamp Seal with Bull
3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 5/8 in. (22 grams, 42 mm wide).
Formed as a standing horned quadruple facing right, with segmented face; loop handle to the reverse.
ProvenanceFrom a European private collection, acquired before 1993.
Private collection, Europe.
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Amlash Pottery Jug with Zoomorphic Handle
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Ordos Gilt Bronze Zoomorphic Applique
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Consisting of five (one absent) long-necked eagle heads facing in opposite directions, the beaked heads with raised eyes, necks decorated with a necklace imitating precious stones; three attachment holes. 44.5 grams, 77 mm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent.
Possibly an applique from a quiver.
