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LOT 0282
Mesopotamian Stone School Exercise Cylinder Seal
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (9.8 grams, 18 mm).
Frieze of four male figures in profile in advancing pose; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceEx S. collection, London, UK, 1980s-2000s.
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Khorasan Bronze Figurine Of a Reclining Lion
12th century A.D.Estimate: £3,000 - 4,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,500
Modelled in the round recumbent with head turned to left, the tail terminating in a hinge knuckle; flanks engraved with two inscription-filled cartouches, a cartouche containing scrolling foliate vines to the spine and a mane to the neck, the interstices with triangle motifs containing circles; ears pierced, one damaged. 640 grams, 15.2 cm
German private collection, 1960s. Acquired in Germany, 1980s. with Bonhams, London, 18 June 2013, no.24 (£3,500). Private collection, London. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12431-226889. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Axe-Shaped Pendant
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Comprising a broad crescentic blade, balustered shank extending to pierced bulb finial. 22.3 grams, 80 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Luristan Bronze Animal
13th-7th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Modelled in the round, fox with pointed ears and extended tail. 10 grams, 42 mm wide
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.