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LOT 1265
Luristan Bronze Javelin Head
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
18 1/2 in. (225 grams, 47 cm).
Comprising a slender leaf-shaped two-edged blade with midrib extending to a columnar neck expanding to a flared collar; square-section tang with bent finial.
ProvenanceAcquired in the 1990s.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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.
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LOT 1265
Luristan Bronze Javelin Head
Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)
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Syro-Hittite Terracotta Figurine with Animal
Circa 2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £845
An abstract figure modelled standing, carrying a small animal in its arms, possibly a kid, with a pinched head, large circular eyes, conical headpiece, discoid ear ornaments and a neck ornament. 56 grams, 12.6 cm high
Collection of a deceased London gentleman, 1979-1999, by descent. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. Accompanied by an original thermoluminescence analysis report no. N122e89 from Oxford Authentication. 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.
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8th-10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
Comprising a round-section shank with raised oval bezel bearing an inscription. 3.07 grams, 20.74 mm overall, 15.56 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
Private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s–early 2000s. 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. -
Large Amlash Bronze Bird Pendant
Circa 1200-1000 B.C.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Modelled in the round with loop to the shoulder, heart-shaped wings, hatched detailing. 208 grams, 82 mm
Private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s. 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.
