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LOT 0837
Holy Land Ceramic Jar
EB I, CIRCA 3000 B.C.
4 in. (240 grams, 10 cm wide).
Formed with a carinated body, everted rim, handle with thumb rest and vestigial handles, rare.
ProvenanceFrom an important specialist collection formed in London, UK, before 1988.
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Babylonian Brick Fragment from the Grand Palace of Nebuchadnezzar
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £975
Bearing lines of stamped Babylonian cuneiform inscription to one face, framed with old label which reads: 'BABYLON / Inscribed kiln baked brick from the Palace of Nebuchadnezzar. The inscription in cuneiform gives the name of the king, the builder and the date. Circa 2000 B.C. 300 grams total, 14.5 x 14.5 cm
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Amlash Bronze Openwork Pendant Group
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising openwork pendants with suspension loops, three with pellet or ropework ornament; together with one cage pendant displaying openwork roundels. 96 grams total, 43-78 mm
UK collection, early 1990s and before. Acquired on the UK art market since the early 2000s. From a private collection, Lancashire, UK. -
Bactrian Veined Alabaster Footed Cup
Mid 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
With everted rim and small foot. 56.7 grams, 57 mm high
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.