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LOT 0391
Bronze Knocker Decorated with Lion Mask
GERMANY, 16TH CENTURY A.D.
10 1/2 in. (2.81 kg, 26.8 cm).
Comprising a lion-mask cast in high-relief with retouched detailing to the mane and muzzle, substantial ring in the mouth, flange rim with six holes to accept fixing bolts. [No Reserve]
Provenancewith Herbelin Auction, 3 April 2024, no.110.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12556-230729.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
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Tudor Period Gold 'DENIAL IS DEATH' Decorated Posy Ring
16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,430
With reserved rosettes and pellets to the outer face; legend in seriffed capitals to the inner face 'DENIAL IS DEATH'. 1.22 grams, 16.80 mm overall, 15.43 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2 , USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Jewish Stone Menorah Oil Lamp
19th century A.D. or earlierEstimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Comprising a rectangular handle with hole for suspension supporting a quatrefoil reservoir with central filling tube, outer ring with seven radiating arms and interstitial hollow lobes; basal ring to underside. 1.53 kg, 29 cm
Mr F.D. collection, acquired on the European art market, 1975 to present. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato. -
Western Asiatic Style Core-Formed Glass Bird
20th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
Formed as a black glass bird on a green base, the body with dragged trails to provide the feathered effect. 116 grams, 69 mm
Acquired in London, 1992. Private collection, London, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.
