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LOT 0807
Parthian Terracotta Vessel Group
2ND CENTURY B.C.-2ND CENTURY A.D.
3 - 3 3/4 in. (198 grams total, 78-94 mm).
Comprising two palm-cups with broad everted rim to the mouth, and a bulbous jar with rounded rim. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market since the 1990s.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
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LOT 0807
Parthian Terracotta Vessel Group
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Greek Bronze Lionskin Attachment
5th century B.C.Estimate: £350 - 450 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £180
Rectangular bronze attachment, slightly curved in profile, in the shape of a frontal lion's head in low relief with lateral triangles indicating the mane; hole to each side to accept a pin to allow hinge movement; mounted on a custom-made stand. 141 grams total, 67 mm, 10.3 cm including stand
Ex U. Lindner, late 1990s. with Gallery Serodine, Ascona, prior to 2014. -
Parthian Terracotta Vessel Collection
2nd century B.C.-2nd century A.D.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Comprising: squat jat with painted rings and ropework to the shoulder (repaired); shallow dish with painted rings to the rim; biconvex vessel. 402 grams total, 8.2-11.4 cm
Acquired on the UK art market since the 1990s. From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent. -
Greek Garnet Gemstone with Bust
Late Hellenistic, circa 1st century B.C.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Plano-convex type with intaglio profile female bust; supplied with an impression. 0.27 grams, 7 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
