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LOT 1440
Luristan Bird-Headed Bell Harness Decoration
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3 1/4 in. (65.75 grams, 80.24 mm).
Comprising a bulb with a sidewall formed from vertical strips, surmounted by a perching bird; possibly a rumbler-bell.
ProvenanceEx Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
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Luristan Bird-Headed Bell Harness Decoration
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising a bulb with a sidewall formed from vertical strips, surmounted by a perching bird; possibly a rumbler-bell. 65.75 grams, 80.24 mm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Western Asiatic Glass Bottle
10th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
In iridescent glass with squat body and hexagonal-section mouth; dragged trail detailing. 36 grams, 83 mm
Ex collection M.W.A., Germany. Acquired in 1996. Private collection, Switzerland, by descent. -
Sasanian Polished Bronze Bowl
3rd-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
Shallow body with gently sloping walls. 223 grams, 16.6 cm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
