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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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Western Asiatic Gold and Gemstone Pendant
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Displaying a central polished garnet cabochon within an applied border; suspension loop above. 0.65 grams, 21 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman. -
Luristan Bronze Horse Attachment Collection
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Comprising: four openwork rosette style mounts with conical centres and strap junction to reverse; a whorl-shaped mount with mounting lug to reverse; an openwork comma-shaped fitting with loop to reverse; a rosette with domed head and rectangular lug to reverse; fitting with openwork geometric design and circular suspension loop; cylindrical bar terminating in a stylised feline head. 317 grams total, 2.5-10.7 cm
with a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s. -
Babylonian Clay Brick Fragment with Cuneiform
Circa 2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
The fragment irregular in plan, bearing cuneiform text to one face and a handwritten label to the reverse reading 'Babylon'. 29 grams, 57 mm
Acquired 1970-1990. Ex collection of a deceased gentleman by descent to his family.
