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LOT 1255
Large Sasanian Clay Bulla with Seal Impressions
4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (34 grams, 46 mm).
Domed body with four seal impressions, one showing the standing nimbate figure of blessing Saint Basil with the Greek inscription 'Αγιος Βα[σι]λ', one with a cross, and two other smaller impressions. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureCf. similar bulla in Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 762.
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LOT 1255
Large Sasanian Clay Bulla with Seal Impressions
Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)
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Mesopotamian Black Stone Seal with Lion
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Rectangular in profile with carved detailing; obverse with a standing figure in ankle-length robe, bearded head turned; dividing rib beside an advancing lion with mouth open; reverse scene with perching bird and other items; pierced vertically for mounting. 97 grams, 64 mm
Ex the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1970s-1990s. Accompanied by a previously illustrated catalogue card with provenance. -
West Central Asian Bronze Seal Matrix with 'Eyes'
Circa 2000-1500 B.C.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Openwork seal with a tall handle, accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 26 x 17 mm. This has a round flat engraved face, and the back rises steeply to the pierced loop handle. The design appears as abstract, that is it does nor depict anything from nature.This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. It is in very good condition.' 12.8 grams, 36 mm
Acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Ex property of a West London businessman. Academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Accompanied by a copy of a scholarly report, numbered D-5, typed and signed by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert. -
Amlash Terracotta Single-Handled Jug with Head Attachment
Circa 1000-800 B.C.Estimate: £600 - 800 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £325
Comprising a rounded body resting on three stub legs; funicular mouth and short neck; beneath the rim a mask with pinched nose and two pointed ears, impressed circular eyes and mouth; three vertical decorative strips impressed with the same tool as formed the eyes and mouth; tiered strap handle with two finger-grips to the outer face and impressed detailing running from the neck to the shoulder; rim and one foot partly restored. 723 grams, 20.6 cm
Ex Zackary, Los Angeles, 1960s. Thereafter London art market, 1992. Accompanied by a copy of an Art Loss Register certificate no.S00079639.
Several tripod vessels were found at Marlik and Amlash. Examples of tripod vessels from other sites include a comparable example with a tripod stand from Agha Evlar. Jars with tripod knob stands and long necks, particularly similar to the Marlik specimen from Zeinab Bejar, were found in the upper level of Tombs C L and B III of Ghalekuti in the Dailaman region of Gilan. Vessels with tripod legs from Kalardasht are dated by Vanden Berghe to 1000-800 B.C.
