Loading, please wait...
LOT 1063
Large Elamite Silver Bird Pendant with Inlays
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
3 1/4 in. (28.27 grams, 83 mm).
Hollow-formed pendant plaque comprising two addorsed crescents with segmented surface and inset garnet cloison panels, stylised raptor-head above with hooked beak, suspension loop.
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Akkadian Rock Crystal Cylinder Seal Section in Silver Ring
Early Dynastic III, 2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £624
Accompanied by a copy of an old scholarly slip, handwritten and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Half of Early Dynastic III / Akkad cylinder seal. Hero between two horned animals.'; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 26.88 grams, 34.05 mm overall, 17.73 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
From the private collection of a North American lady, formed 1970s-early 1990s, with collection reference no.960. Accompanied by a copy of a scholarly slip, handwritten and signed by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Amlash Tall Terracotta Jug
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Ovate in profile with trumpet-shaped neck and mouth, single loop handle. 660 grams, 26.7 cm
From a London, UK, gentleman's collection of ancient pottery and artefacts, 1990s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Western Asiatic Limestone Jar
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Indurate limestone vessel with squat profile, broad flat base, carinated shoulder and broad rounded rim. 405 grams, 88 mm wide
From a London, UK, gentleman's collection of ancient pottery and artefacts, 1990s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
