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LOT 0811
Byzantine Holy Land Terracotta Lamp with Animal-Headed Handle
6TH CENTURY A.D.
4 in. (72 grams, 10.1 cm).
Formed with a slipper-shaped body and curved handle, raised lines to the discuss and circular eyes over the nozzle, apparently formed as a fish. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent.
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LOT 0811
Byzantine Holy Land Terracotta Lamp with Animal-Headed Handle
Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
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Opening Bid: £100
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Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman. -
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Byzantine Gold Ring with Cross
Circa 6th-8th century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Composed of a slender rectangular-section hoop and cruciform bezel with expanding round-section arms, central dome and granule to each quarter; accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 2.72 grams, 21.96 mm overall, 14.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British G, USA 3 1/4, Europe 4.92, Japan 4)
Private European collection since the 1950s. Private collection, UK, 2010. -
Byzantine Gold Filigree Ring with Monogram Amethyst Gemstone
5th-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,380
Composed of a delicate opus interrasile hoop, cup bezel with ribbed underside, granules to the rim, inset amethyst with monogram. 5.18 grams, 28.06 mm overall, 18.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British N, USA 6 1/2, Europe 13.72, Japan 13)
Acquired 1970s-1980s. From the property of a deceased lady collector. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.202957.
