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LOT 2126
Indus Valley Style 'Mohenjo-Daro' Terracotta Idol Group
20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
3 - 4 3/4 in. (224 grams total, 8-12 cm).
A mixed group of idol figures, each a recumbent nude female with headdress. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceProperty of a London gentleman; acquired before 2000.
From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
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Post-Classical Lapis-Coloured Gem with Facing Busts
19th century A.D. or earlierEstimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Sub-rectangular in plan with an intaglio female bust in profile with hair drawn up in a chignon and a male bust with Julian hairstyle; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.63 grams, 23 mm
Private collection, England. -
Caravaca de la Cruz Bronze Cross Pendant
17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
Bifacial double cross with two angels at the base carrying the cross, applied figures of Corpus Christi and Virgin Mary to one side with an inscription 'CAR VACA'; separately made reverse panel with openwork panels and foliate decoration; made as a reliquary. 101 grams, 13.7 cm
Acquired on the UK art market, early 2000s.
The Caravaca Cross, also known as the Cross of Caravaca, originated in the Spanish town of Caravaca de la Cruz and according to tradition, first appeared in the 13th century during the Christian reconquest of Spain. According to a legend, during the rule of the Muslim king Abu Zeid in 1231, a miraculous event occurred. A Christian priest lacking a cross celebrated Mass and was not able to continue as the cross is an essential element for the Eucharist. Miraculously, two angels bearing the Caravaca Cross appeared thus enabling the Mass to proceed. This event is considered the foundational miracle of the Caravaca Cross. -
Tibetan Banded Agate and Gilt Prayer Bead Necklace
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Graduated fusiform banded agate beads with gilt metal spacer beads. 175 grams, 76 cm
Private collection, UK.
