Luristan Bronze Model of a Horse

Rectangular amulet featuring a standing stylised figure holding a kopesh on both larger sides, one narrow side with a crescent moon and three stars, the other narrow side with a large star. 2.11 grams, 16 mm



From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

Mixed group of seven rings, one set with a carnelian cabochon. 49 grams total, 20-28 mm



Acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK.

Carved as a seated human figure, body with rows of overlapping tufts of fur, set with a bald head carved from cream stone with semi-naturalistic detailing to the face; a separate wig with wavy hair, and separately modelled hands. 540 grams total, 95 mm high



Pallas Gallery (?), early 2000s. Acquired by the current owner from the above. Private collection of a North American lady. Accompanied by a copy of an invoice. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13372-256950.

This wonderful composite stone sculpture of a seated female figure with finely carved features is typical of the area of Bactria-Margiana, from the late 3rd to early 2nd millennium B.C. Among the few three-dimensional images assigned to this period in Central Asia are a group of stone female figures seated or squatting on a platform and wearing a pattern-decorated robe, perhaps imitating sheep's fleece.