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LOT 0217
Byzantine Gold Pendant with Gold Figure of Archangel Gabriel in Rock Crystal
CIRCA 9TH-11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.66 grams, 25 mm).
Biconvex in section with gold frame and beaded edge, ribbed loop above; reserved winged figure with processional cross.
ProvenancePrivate collection of Kal Noselson, New York, acquired between 1976 and the late 1990s; thence by descent.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13425-259853.
Cf. Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 704, for a similar angel figure in an Annunciation scene.
FootnotesThe angel was probably taken from an original seal showing the Archangel Gabriel visiting Mary and then transformed into a pendant. The motifs on the stamp seals are predominantly religious in nature and include images of Christ and the saints, which could suggest that they were used for clerical purposes—perhaps in monasteries.
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LOT 0217
Byzantine Gold Pendant with Gold Figure of Archangel Gabriel in Rock Crystal
Estimate £2,000 - 3,000€2,320 - 3,480 (for guidance only)$2,700 - 4,050 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£1,000 (EUR 1,160; USD 1,350) ‡+BP*
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Byzantine Gold Ring with Carnelian Gemstone of Christian Warrior Holding Cross
Circa 7th century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Cup-shaped bezel with inset gemstone, incuse profile robed figure holding cross and rod (or shield). 4.97 grams, 23.37 mm overall, 18.45 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L 1/2, USA 6, Europe 11.87, Japan 11)
Private collection of Kal Noselson, New York, acquired between 1976 and the late 1990s; thence by descent. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13418-259791.
The figure may be Christ bearing the cross to Calvary, or perhaps a soldier with a spear and sword. The second possibility is more likely, as the ring could represent a Christian warrior, defender of the faith. The image is reflected in the image of Christ the Warrior carrying the cross and the gospel in the Episcopal Palace of Ravenna. -
Large Byzantine Gilt Bronze and Niello Ring with Stepped Bezel
Circa 7th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Comprising a substantial D-section hoop with niello-filled frond motif to each shoulder, stepped bezel with disc bearing a running scroll surrounding 'BY' monogram. 16.92 grams, 32.24 mm overall, 19.30 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
Private collection of Kal Noselson, New York, acquired between 1976 and the late 1990s; thence by descent. -
Byzantine Terracotta Oil Lamp Group
Holy Land, circa 6th-7th century A.D.Estimate: £30 - 40 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising: brown pottery oil lamp with a band of raised decoration around the shoulder, small stub handle to the rear and a cross-shaped maker's mark on the base; grey pottery oil lamp with a large filler hole and a slightly concave base. 176 grams total, 81-84 mm
Ex J. Zadok & Sons, 18, King David Road, Jerusalem, Israel. From the G.H. Freelander collection, formed in the late 1970s. From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent. Accompanied by two previous catalogue information slips.
