Loading, please wait...
LOT 1367
Post Achaemenid Silver Bracelet Pair with Figures
LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 1/2 - 2 3/4 in. (68.4 grams total, 63-69 mm).
Each a C-shaped band with everted rims, applied repoussé strip with geometric and figural frieze, applied hollow-domed studs, reinforced at the finials. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a deceased family collection formed in the 1980s; thence by descent.
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.
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
-
Achaemenid Chalcedony Stamp Seal with Ahura Mazda
Circa 5th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £5,980
Fragment of a conoid seal; Bivar notes in his summary: 'White chalcedony conoid with the reverse end broken off, leaving disk-shaped bezel. Fifth century B.C. This shape is perhaps typical of Babylonia. Above, "Ahuramazda symbol" r., with a human bust crowned...'; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 14.3 grams, 25 mm
with Christie's, London, 21 April 1999, no.12. Accompanied by a copy of a scholarly note typed and signed by A.D.H. (David) Bivar. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12541-230316. 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. -
Anatolian Black Stone Stamp Seal
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Discoid in plan with hatching to the rim and the pierce lug to the reverse; deep border and intaglio motif of a spread eagle with segmented wings and tail. 42 grams, 49 mm
From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999. 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. -
Western Asiatic Glass Bead Necklace String
1st millennium A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £33
Composed of tubular beads; restrung. 14.3 grams, 48.5 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. 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.
