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LOT 0540
Graeco-Persian Bronze Ring Group
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
7/8 -1 in. (51 grams total, 23-26 mm).
Composed mainly of types with a convex hoop, stepped shoulders and roughly oval-shaped bezel, most displaying an incuse human or animal figure. [10]
ProvenanceEx private collection, 1980s.
Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.
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Thracian Silver Bracelet Pair
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,080
Each composed of a penannular body with stylised snake head terminals; each accompanied by a custom-made display stand. 52.4 grams total, 64 mm each (119 grams total, 82 mm high including stand)
UK art market, 2000s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by searcher certificate no. 201181.
The bracelets belong to the type with zoomorphic terminals, probably representing snake’s heads or dragons emerging from flat rectangular strips with incised decoration and continued as lobed bodies resembling stylised palm leaves or palmettes. This Thracian tradition is attested in the ancient kingdom of Dacia. -
Greek Bronze Human-Headed Sphinx
Circa 4th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,340
Formed standing facing with wings spread, directed backwards, female head with stylised detailing; semi-circular base to the rear with vertical strut joined to wing tips; possibly a furniture fitting. 86 grams, 57 mm
From an important collection formed pre 1988, Geneva and London, by descent. -
Greek Gold Domed Dress Decoration Set
Circa 3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £211
Comprising twelve garment fittings of various sizes, each discoid in form with one domed face and concave reverse; at least nine with loops for attachment; accompanied by a display frame. 3.01 grams total, 2-12 mm (207 grams total, 13 x 13.5 cm including case)
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
