Loading, please wait...
LOT 1033
Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Standing Bird
CIRCA 500-100 B.C.
1 in. (7.9 grams, 25 mm).
Discoid with a standing bird to the centre and loop to the rear; accompanied by typed and signed note by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 24 x 24 x 13 mm. This is a flat disc cut from sheet metal with a pierced handle from the same material fixed on the back. It is round. The design shows a standing bird in the centre, something not yet identified in front of it and above it a crescent and to the side a hatched shape. The whole design is put within a circle of intertwining band. This is a rare seal from wets central Asia, c. 500-100 B.C. It is in excellent condition.'
ProvenanceEx collection of a late London gentleman, 1990s.
Accompanied by an original typed and signed scholarly note by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993.
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.
TimeLine 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.
LOT 1033
Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Standing Bird
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
-
Ziwiye Ceramic Vessel
8th-7th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £494
Glazed composition pear-shaped vessel with narrow base. cariated shoulder, gently flared neck and rolled im; segmented petal detailing to shoulder. 694 grams, 19.2 cm high
Private collection of a London gentleman, acquired between 1965-2020. 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. -
Amlash Single-Handled Terracotta Vessel
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Featuring a piriform body with a small trumpet-shaped mouth, loop handle, pierced through the body on two sides. 489 grams, 25.2 cm
From a Mayfair gallery 1990s. Ex London, UK, collection. 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. -
Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Standing Figure
Circa 2300-2000 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
Annular in form with dentilled edge and pierced lug to reverse, openwork outline stylised figure. 83 grams, 74 mm
Ex collection of a late London gentleman, 1990s. 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.
