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LOT 0573
Greek Bronze Animal Statuette
4TH-1ST CENTURY B.C.
2 1/8 in. (60 grams, 53.5 mm).
Modelled in the round, standing on splayed legs, with a small tail and long body, curving ears. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Greek Bronze Ring with Recumbent Stag
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Opening Bid: £150
Ellipsoid bezel with intaglio motif of a fallen stag attacked by a predator. 6.07 grams, 25.89 mm overall, 20.88 x 17.71 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R, USA 8 1/2, Europe 18 3/4, Japan 18)
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. -
Greek Gold Ring with Garnet Gemstone
Hellenistic, 3rd-2nd century B.C.Estimate: £8,000 - 10,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £4,000
Broad ellipsoid plaque with inset cabochon, intaglio seated figure in ankle-length robe feeding a cat. 16.11 grams, 26.13 mm overall, 20.19x14.09 mm internal diameter (approximate size British J, USA 4 3/4, Europe 8.69, Japan 8)
Ex David Lindhal, London, UK, circa 1997. From a privately held London, UK, collection from the 1980s-1990s. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13279-253967. -
Phrygian Bronze Bow Brooch
Iron Age, circa 6th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
With crescentic body decorated with raised bosses, a curved catch to one arm and remains of a coiled spring to the other. 9.29 grams, 35.7 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
