Loading, please wait...
Details
LOT 0316
Fatimid Rock Crystal 'Knight' Gaming Piece
9TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (62.47 grams, 32 mm).
Hexagonal in plan with low-relief stylised horse to the upper face, the lateral facets with stylised perching bird, advancing leopard and other motifs; repaired.
Provenance
Ex Mayfair, London, UK, collection, 1980s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12721-234904.
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.
VETTING:
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.
RELATED LOTS
-
Parthian Bronze Lion Statuette
2nd-3rd century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Modelled standing on squat legs, long tail draped along the back, head turned to the left with open jaws, stylised mane detailing behind the neck. 40 grams, 32 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. 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. -
Western Asiatic and Other Pottery Collection
3rd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
A mixed group comprising three bulbous jars, two footed bowls and a one squat jar; fragmentary. 2.89 kg total, 13-19.5 cm
From a West Country collection, UK, 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. -
.jpg)
Kushan Turquoise-Glazed Bowl
12th-13th century A.D.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Footed bowl with painted black rim and vertical strokes to the outer face, eight painted internal segments with lattice, scrolls and other ornament. 473 grams, 20 cm wide
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s. London, UK, collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12722-235581. 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.
