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LOT 0545
Greek Gold Earrings
4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
3/4 in. (2.46 grams total, 18 mm each).
Each penannular in form with decoratively twisted body; one terminating in a lions' head, the other with the head of a woman wearing a necklace. [2]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-2010.
Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
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Greek Chalcedony Dolphin Pendant
Circa 4th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
Carved in the round with an integral suspension loop to the underbelly; simple facial detailing. 0.84 grams, 16 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman. -
Archaic Greek Terracotta Figure of Mounted Warrior with Shield
7th-5th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
Modelled in the round, the stylised horse standing on stub legs, with a long neck and detailing to its eyes; the warrior holding a shield in his left hand, right hand and arm raised to eye level, wearing a crested helmet; restored and mounted on a custom-made display stand. 339 grams total, 14.5 cm high including stand
Acquired before 1990. From an old German collection. -
Greek Gold Eros Figure
3rd-1st century B.C.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Formed with a curved profile, the figure holding a tray or other object before him, his wings part-spread. 0.72 grams, 12 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
