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LOT 0282
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,820
LARGE LURISTAN BRONZE RING WITH ANIMALS
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/8 in. (34 grams, 30.15 mm overall, 22 x 20.4 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/8 in. (34 grams, 30.15 mm overall, 22 x 20.4 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).
With thick hoop and opposed animal-heads to the reverse, large ellipsoid bezel with incuse winged bull motif.
PROVENANCE:
with Pierre Bergé & Associés, Paris, 23 April 2001, no.297 (part).
Acquired by an important European family collection.
Accompanied by copies of the relevant Pierre Bergé & Associés catalogue pages.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.12055-213660.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Muscarella, Oscar White, Bronze and Iron Ancient Near Eastern Artifacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, item no.292.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous 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.
