Loading, please wait...
_900x900.jpg "Greek Bronze Patrix Die")
_200x200.jpg "Greek Bronze Patrix Die")
.jpg "Greek Bronze Patrix Die")
LOT 0071
Greek Bronze Patrix Die
5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
2 3/4 in. (238 grams, 71 mm).
Mummiform in plan with deep concave sidewall and ellipsoidal base, the upper face engraved with a standing female figure wearing a full-length garment with textured pleats and head covering.
ProvenanceCollected from 1970-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
Accompanied by a previous catalogue information card.
Cf. a fragment of a female statuette with hands to the breast from Amrit, in Moscati, S., I Fenici, Milano, 1992, p.150; sarcophagus from Carthage, p.297, for the style of the garment.
FootnotesThe woman is apparently cupping her right breast with her right hand. The gesture and the stylised facial features of the woman refer to a Greek-oriental environment, almost a Phoenician production in a Hellenizing style. The object was likely for repoussé work.
CONDITIONTimeLine 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.
LOT 0071
Greek Bronze Patrix Die
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
-
Hellenistic Gold and Coral Pendant with Dolphins
2nd-1st century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
Formed as a coral pillar with gold rosette finial, collar supporting two rearing dolphins flanking a blue glass bead; loop and suspension ring above. 2.98 grams, 33 mm
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
Cypro-Archaic Terracotta Bird Askos
Late Bronze Age, 1100-1000 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £494
Hollow-formed as a bird, possibly a duck, with its beak acting as a spout, small lateral flanges for wings and painted geometric detailing; strap handle from funicular filler tube with a strainer inside to the fan-shaped tail. 670 grams, 24 cm
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. -
Cypriot Geometric Terracotta Jar
9th-8th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Globular in form with trumpet-shaped mouth, painted band to shoulder. 612 grams, 16.5 cm high
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
