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LOT 2309
Indo-Persian Bronze Astrological Globe in Calligraphic Box
20TH CENTURY A.D.
8 1/4 x 8 1/2 x 8 in. (3.61 kg, 21 x 21.5 x 20.5 cm).
Hollow-formed bronze globe with engraved astronomical signs and calibrations; mounted to rotate in a two-part wooden box with reserved calligraphic text to each face. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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LOT 2309
Indo-Persian Bronze Astrological Globe in Calligraphic Box
Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
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Large Indus Valley Mehrgarh Terracotta Bowl with Zebu and Gazelle
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
A polychrome ceramic bowl with painted image of a grazing gazelle and standing zebu to the inner face, geometric panels in between and to the centre. 850 grams, 25.5 cm
Fine condition, repaired.
From the property of a London gentleman; previously in the private collection of the late David Gold, formed 1970s. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
'David Gold amassed a sizable collection of Indus Valley pottery, both vessels and figurative during his retirement, a plaque to David and his brother was recently unveiled by Westminster Council above 43 Carnaby Street, commemorating their business that made Carnaby Street synonymous with fashion in the 1960s.'
