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LOT 0925
Bactrian Ceramic Vessel
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
9 in. (55 grams, 22.5 cm).
Convex bowl with broad inturned rim, columnar stem with ribbing to the lower end, trumpet-shaped foot.
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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Babylonian Bronze Age Duck Bill Axehead
2nd-mid 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £250 - 350 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £125
Composed of an ovoid socket, tongue-shaped cheeks with raised midrib and two elliptical voids; repaired. 168 grams, 10.3 cm
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK. -
Sassanian Style Silver Ring with Gemstone
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £286
Composed of a D-section hoop, lobe to the underside with inset turquoise cabochon, lobe to each shoulder, applied crocodile supporters on flat cruciform plaque with open mouths, discoid cell inset with garnet cabochon, intaglio crowned profile bust. 47.11 grams, 46.70 mm overall, 19.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
Acquired on the UK art market 1971-1974. -
Western Asiatic Gold and Bead Pendant
1st millennium B.C. or laterEstimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Composed of a lozengiform jasper(?) body with conical gold cap adorned with granules and granulated bead below; free-running suspension loop. 2.04 grams, 30 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
