Loading, please wait...
LOT 2084
Banded Agate Necklace Bead Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 1 1/2 in. (162 grams total, 25-39 mm).
Comprising a group of oval banded agate beads; each pierced for stringing. [23, No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
CONDITIONTimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Jewish Tinned Bronze Armorial Ring with Crowned Shield
Circa 16th-early 17th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
With discoid bezel displaying a heater shield beneath a crown, reserved against radiating lines in the field; four Hebrew characters on the shield. 10.79 grams, 25.80 mm overall, 21.11 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W 1/2, USA 11 1/4, Europe 25.6, Japan 24)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Bronze Candelabra Lamp Stand
18th-19th century A.D.Estimate: £700 - 900 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £350
The tripod base formed with radiating lion-paw feet, decorated with low-relief acanthus fronds, fluted stem and acanthus capital surmounted by a figure of the goddess Aphrodite stooping to tie her sandal; disc finial with egg-and-dart rim. 5.45 kg, 87.5 cm
In Germany, since 1973. Private collection, England.
The figure of the goddess Aphrodite stooping to tie her sandal is based on the famous example from the Temple of Aphrodite at Cyrene, Libya, now in the British Museum under accession no. 1861,1127.51. -
Post Medieval Bronze Military and Other Button Collection
18th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Including types with heraldic animals, initials, heater shields and others; many of these objects are published in the Detector Finds book series as well as Buttons & Fasteners 500BC-1840AD. 246 grams total,15-28 mm
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968.