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LOT 0104
Greek High-Glazed Black Ware Mug
4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
2 3/4 in. (69 grams, 71 mm).
With flared base, bulbous body. tapering shoulder and flared mouth with everted rim, loop handle.
ProvenancePrivate collection, Sussex, UK; acquired 1975-1990.
LiteratureCf. similar in the collection of the British Museum under accession no.1931,0216.14.
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Hellenistic Gold Earrings with Lapis and Mother of Pearl
4th-2nd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £19,500
Comprising a shallow disc with central flower motif inlaid with carnelian and lapis lazuli, surrounded by a beaded border, the outer pearled border inlaid with mostly replicant lapis lazuli, and mother of pearl inserts; three pendants to the lower edge, two with chain and carnelian bead, the central pendant formed as a miniature amphora with filigree, repaired; housed in a custom-made display box. 10.23 grams total, 57-61 mm
Acquired by Tuyet Nguyet in the 1970s-1980s. From the jewellery collection of Tuyet Nguyet and Stephen Markbreiter. Important North West London collection. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11777-204568. -
Archaic Greek Figural Alabastron
6th century B.C.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
The free-standing perfume vase modelled as a standing and draped female figure, the neck and mouth of the vessel possibly formed as a modius worn on her head, holding what is possibly a dove to her chest; moulded and painted detailing to her face and garments; heavily repaired. 269 grams, 22 cm high
Acquired in Europe before 2001. -
Greek Gold Insect-Shaped Pendant
Circa 4th-3rd century B.C.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Possibly in the form of a fly; composed of a heart-shaped body with filigree and granules defining the body and two wings, a collared suspension loop representing the head and eyes. 0.55 grams, 13 mm
Collected from 1970-1999. From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
