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LOT 1985
Egyptian Glass Fragment and Eye Collection
20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
1/4 - 2 7/8 in. (290 grams total, 7-74 mm).
Composed of bichrome and polychrome stone and glass eye inlays, including examples with iridescent surfaces. [57]
ProvenancePreviously in a private collection, acquired between 1965-2020.
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Post Medieval Dutch Glazed Ceramic Tile Group
Circa 17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Displaying polychrome glazes and designs including figures, flowers, animals and scenes showing sailing vessels in ports. 1.8 kg total, 13 x 13 cm each
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Painted Wooden Icon of Virgin and Child
19th-20th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £65
Mary cradling the infant Christ, Greek text in the field with inscription 'ΜΡ ΘΥ' for 'Mother of God' flanking the Virgin's halo, 'IC XC' for 'Jesus Christ' over the Child's head; to the right a Greek inscription 'ΟΔΙΓΗΤΡΙΑ' (Odighitria); some restoration; a handwritten inscription and a cross to the reverse in Greek, reading 'Eufemia Papadimitriou - born on March, 30, 1932, on Thursday, at the 5.00 p.m.; Vasilios Papadimitriou - born on March, 15, 1934, on Thursday, at the 3.00 p.m.' 614 grams, 29 cm
The timber shows some old insect flight holes and we are advised that this piece has been recently treated with Permthrin, as a precaution.
Ex French gallery, Paris.
The icon belongs to the category of Virgin 'Galaktotrophousa' (Γαλακτοτροφουσα, meaning “the Milk-Giver”) celebrated on third July, and showing Mary breast-feeding Jesus. The ancient typology dates from the 6th century A.D. and resided in St. Sabbas’ lavra (a type of monastic community). -
Post Medieval Glazed Ceramic Tile Set
Circa 18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Displayed in a wooden frame, showing a series of male figures wearing period dress, engaged in various activities. 2.14 kg, 26.5 x 26.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
