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LOT 2153
Indus Valley Style Terracotta Vessel Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/8 - 5 1/2 in. (1.11 kg, 85-140 mm wide).
Mixed group of jars and a cup with painted details. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
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Eastern European Enamelled Bronze Icon of St Nicholas
Circa 18th-19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Central panel of triptych formed as a rectangular plaque of low-relief figure of Saint Nicholas flanked by smaller figures of Jesus and Mary to each side, a suspension hoop to each corner; upper panel with central image of trinity with cherubs and vernicle; remains of pale blue enamel. 47 grams, 90 mm
Ex Constable collection, 1990s. Ex P. Morris collection. -
Large White Marble Bust of Diana the Huntress
19th century A.D.Estimate: £2,500 - 3,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,250
The goddess shown in an elegant pose with her head turned to the right and her gaze directed upwards, wearing a laurel leaf crown and a loose garment covering her left breast, leaving the right one exposed, narrow quiver strap crossing over her right shoulder; her hair dressed in soft waves and pulled to a chignon at the nape of her neck; old repair on the neck. 66.5 kg, 68 cm high
Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.13080-246797.
In the 19th century, many studies of the hunter goddess were inspired by the 'Diana of Versailles', a 2nd-century Roman version in the Greek tradition of iconography, today in the collection of the Louvre Museum, Paris, France. -
Large Indus Valley Style Painted Zebu Bull
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £13
A hollow-formed ceramic zebu figurine with painted detailing to the body and horns, vent to the neck. 995 grams, 28 cm
Fine condition.
Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 2000. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
