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LOT 1239
Large Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar with Horses
IRON AGE, LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
10 5/8 in. (1.88 kg, 27 cm).
With bulbous body and tapering neck, flared rim; painted circumferential rings and frieze of advancing horses to shoulder.
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990s.
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Mesopotamian Stone Bull Stamp Seal
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Modelled in the round as a recumbent bull with piriform head, pierced at the shoulder, with abstract drilled design to the underside. 7.1 grams, 27 mm
From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s. -
Western Asiatic and Other Terracotta Vessel Group
3rd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
Including hemispherical bowls, a drum-shaped jar and other items. 2.65 kg total, 11-19 cm
From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s. -
Western Asiatic Calligraphic Gemstone Group
19th-20th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Each with chamfered edges and dense panel of calligraphic text. 9.3 grams total, 19-25 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
