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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.' -
Indus Valley Terracotta Bowl with Bull and Lion
4th-3rd millennium B.C. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £169
With narrow basal ring, carination below the sidewall, painted polychrome frieze of a zebu and lion in profile. 346 grams, 12.6 cm wide
From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s.
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. -
Indus Valley Mehrgarh Terracotta Vessel
3rd-2nd millennium B,C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A bell-shaped footed cup with painted frieze including ibexes, a serpent and standing birds. 180 grams, 13 cm
Fine condition, chipped, repair to foot.
From an important London collection of Bronze Age pottery; formed 1970s-1980. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
