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LOT 2569
Copper-alloy Betel Nut Supari Box with Ganesh
INDIA, CIRCA 18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 in. (76 grams, 63 mm long).
Leaf-shaped box divided into three compartments, hinged lid with Ganesh in lotus pose. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAn important collection of Hindu art formed by the late Jeffery Romer in the 1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Copper-alloy Goddess Annapurna Figure
India, circa 18th-19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Seated on a pedestal base and holding a ladle containing ceremonial sweets. 58 grams, 52 mm
An important collection of Hindu art formed by the late Jeffery Romer in the 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Sacred Copper-alloy Plaque with Shiva and Attendants
India, 19th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Tongue-shaped plaque with half-round figure of Virbhadra Shiva, flanked by attendants. 507 grams, 13.8 cm
From an important collection of Hindu art formed by Jeffrey Romer, 1990s. Ex central London, UK, gallery. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Indus Valley Terracotta Fertility Idol
3rd millennium B.C. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £195
With large D-shaped head, star-shaped headdress, pinched nose and multi-strand collars; knees slightly bend, arms extended. 60.2 grams, 12 cm
Fine condition.
Ex North London gentleman; formerly in a private collection formed between 1990 and 2000. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
