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LOT 1850
Egyptian Style Lapis Lazuli Scarab Bead Pair
20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
3/4 in. (9.98 grams total, 20 mm each).
Each carved with semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing; blank bases; each pierced for suspension. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
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Gold Ring with Carnelian Cabochon
Circa 16th-17th century A.D.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £240
The hoop carinated, kidney-shaped cabochon held in a claw setting with engraved scalloped border. 8.65 grams, 27.52 mm overall, 16.86 mm internal diameter (approximate size British L, USA 5 3/4, Europe 11.24, Japan 10)
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Carnelian Calligraphic Gemstone Collection
Circa 18th-19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Comprising: one square with nasta'liq inscription; one similar. octagonal with date; two ellipsoid with compressed text; one discoid with large lettering. 6.99 grams total, 12-15 mm
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. -
Glazed Tile with Animals in Landscape
19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Decorated with a polychrome scene composed of a tree framing three forest animals below, the surface of the tile raised in places, giving depth to the tree and animal forms. 832 grams, 17.5 x 18 cm
Fine condition.
Acquired from the North American art market. Private Scottish collection.
