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LOT 2091
Greek Plaster Cast Collection
LATE 19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 - 2 3/8 in. (89 grams total, 38-60 mm).
Comprising nine casts taken from intaglios and cameos featuring mythological scenes including labours of Hercules, each numbered on the reverse. [9, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a private Tyneside collection, formed since the early 2000s.
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Orthodox Enamelled Bronze Cross Pendant
Circa 1750 A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Cruciform pendant with cells to both faces for cloisonné enamel detailing. 4.88 grams, 41 mm
Acquired from Chris Martin-Zakheim, Iconastas, 5 Piccadilly Arcade, London SW1. From the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s. -
Indus Valley Style Terracotta Vessel Group
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Mixed group of jars and a cup with painted details. 1.05 kg, 8.2-11 cm wide
Very fine condition.
From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. -
Chinese Archaic Style Bronze Vessel
20th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Square in section and piriform in profile with taotie masks supporting drop handles, domed lid with four dragon appliqués. 3.2 kg, 34 cm high
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1990s, and Desmond Morris. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
