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LOT 2018
Georgian Silver Cockerel and Hen Mating Inscribed Seal Matrix
18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (9 grams total, 2.6 cm).
Composed of a balustered stem, pierced trilobate finial with ornamental knops and an oval die with animals and 'GRATIS' legend; accompanied by an impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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LOT 2018
Georgian Silver Cockerel and Hen Mating Inscribed Seal Matrix
Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
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Post Medieval Dutch Glazed Ceramic Tile Group
Circa 17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Comprising glazes of different colours and designs, including geometric motifs, wild animals, flowering plants, figural scenes and buildings in landscapes. 5.8 kg total, 13 x 13 - 13 x 13.5 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Egyptian Glass Fragment and Eye Collection
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £1,690
Composed of bichrome and polychrome stone and glass eye inlays, including examples with iridescent surfaces. 290 grams total, 7-74 mm
Previously in a private collection, acquired between 1965-2020. -
Ethiopian Magic Scroll
Early-mid 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
Produced using parchment; rectangular with inked geometric borders; leading edge with panel of nimbate winged cherubim; two panels of Coptic text divided by a series of saltire motifs, facing masks and quatrefoils, traces of red and green pigment; old seam repair; linen binding tape. 114 grams, 2.20 m long
Ex Adalberto Frezza, 2004. Ex central London gallery.
