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LOT 1111
Massive Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
15 1/4 in. (12.35 kg, 39 cm).
With carinated profile, rounded underside and basal ring; scooped shoulder and flared rim to the mouth with stepped contour, rim chipped.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Achaemenid Silver Feline Brooch Pair
6th-4th century B.C.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £325
Each composed of a plano-convex bow, balustered arms with one knop-style head and one curved catchplate, round-section pin with coiled wire collar, bow decorated with the addorsed forequarters of two felines with stylised markings and facial features. 22.3 grams total, 30 mm each
Fine condition.
Acquired before 1983. Ex London gallery, 1990s. -
Large Syro-Hittite Terracotta Goddess Idol
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Standing female deity (Astarte?), wearing a long cloak and two broad necklaces; arms bent and hands placed on the chest; mounted on a custom-made stand; repaired. 260 grams total, 23 cm high including stand
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Modelled in the round with stocky body, front and back legs united with an integral pedestal. 115 grams, 52 mm
Ex P.A. collection, Hertfordshire, UK, 1990s.
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