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LOT 1861
Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant
LATE 20TH CENTURY A.D.
2 5/8 in. (45 grams, 68 mm).
The scalloped frame with articulate bail, cut and polished carnelian plaque inscribed with calligraphic Arabic script and ornate floral sprigs; pierced geometric flower and possible maker's marks in comma-shaped cartouches to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceLondon collection since the 1980s.
Property of a Canadian family.
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LOT 1861
Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant
Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
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Framed Watercolour Court Scene Painting
Persia, 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
Depicting a court scene with assembled crowd of courtiers and attendants, one in European dress, before a potentate seated beneath a canopy; panel of nastaliq text above; mounted in a glazed wooden frame. 2.7 kg, 66 x 49.5 cm
Very fine condition.
Acquired on the UK art market, 1980s-1990s. The Woodbridge collection of Indo-Persian art. -
Post Medieval Bronze Button Group
18th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising buttons of various sizes and dates, many retaining their attachment loops and including examples displaying decorative ornament and remains of gilding. 1.1 kg total, 11-34 mm
Found Berkshire, UK. -
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Georgian 'Thames' Iron Forks with Bone Handles
Circa 18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Two types of two-pronged forks, one with a cylindrical handle carved with a geometric band around the top; one formed with a tapering round-section handle. 59 grams total, 16.3-16.6 cm
Found Billingsgate spoil from the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
