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LOT 0380
Eastern European Bronze Marriage Ring
LATE 17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 in. (13.02 grams, 28.57 mm overall, 20.94 mm internal diameter (approximate size British W, USA 11, Europe 25, Japan 24)).
Hoop with ribbed exterior, openwork tendrils to the shoulders, bezel with beaded wire collar and marriage scene; initials to inner face 'П.Ф.Ш.'.
ProvenancePrivate collection, London, UK.
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Ethiopian Leather Bound Vellum Manuscript
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Hand-bound vellum gathering with cotton cords; approximately 60 leaves, each with thirteen lines of Ge'ez script to both faces in black ink with red punctuation and emphasis; inked knotwork panel, guilloche and other decorations; thin red leather cover on hide boards with punched cruciform pattern to outer faces, lattice to inner faces; spine separated from gathering, some wormholes. 134 grams, 10.1 x 7.3 cm
From an English private collection, 1980s. Property of a London, UK, antiquarian. -
Russian Orthodox Enamelled Bronze Travel Icon with Saint Nicholas
19th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £89
Representing Saint Nicholas of Myra with a book in his left hand and making the gesture of blessing with his right, dressed as a bishop with sticharion, covered by omophorion, and surmounted by an epitrachelion embroidered with crosses; the saint flanked by Jesus and Virgin Mary, Christ holding the gospel, Mary the bishop’s epitrachelion; Cyrillic inscriptions 'Saint Nikolaos the Wonderworker (СВЯТЫЙ НИКОЛА ЧУДОТВОРЕЦ), Iesus Christos (ΙΣ ΧC) and Mother of God (ΜΡ ΘΥ)' on the enamelled background. 348 grams, 10.7 cm
Acquired from Chris Martin-Zakheim, Iconastas, 5 Piccadilly Arcade, London SW1. From the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s.
The icon features meticulous craftsmanship typical of Orthodox iconography. The enamel colors, despite the passage of time, retain their vibrant intensity, highlighting the key elements of the depicted images. The refined details and use of enamel give depth and luminosity to the icon, making it a precious example of the Russian Orthodox tradition. -
Roman and Other Style Ring Group
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Including an archer's ring with triangular tab, small ring with inset stone inscribed 'SPQR', another with beaded hoop and other types. 67 grams total, 22-29 mm
Acquired on the UK art market.
