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LOT 1829
Carnelian Calligraphic Gemstone Collection
CIRCA 18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 5/8 in. (5.78 grams total, 12-15 mm).
Comprising: three ellipsoid with nasta'liq script; two octagonal with incised script. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
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Bronze Arabic Seal Matrix Collection
Circa 18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Three matrices featuring discoid dies and openwork stems; one with an oval die and columnar stem with tapering finial; each engraved with calligraphic Arabic script or initials to the base. 24.8 grams total, 21-23 mm
Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance. -
Brass Candlestick with Calligraphy
19th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
With panels of dense calligraphic script and geometric motifs, tiered ogival base and floral drip tray. 1.5 kg, 34.8 cm high
Fine condition.
Acquired on the UK art market, 2000s. Property of a Suffolk gentleman. -
Black and Other Glass Bead Necklace Collection
20th century A.D. or earlierEstimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Restrung; composed primarily of opaque black glass beads interspersed with umber-coloured glass beads. 120 grams total, 66 cm long each
UK gallery, early 2000s.
