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LOT 2031
Post Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Collection
17TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 2 in. (56 grams total, 25-51 mm).
Cruciform and other pendants with low-relief text to one or both faces. [18, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market since the early 2000s.
From the private Northern Ireland collection of R.M.
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Cretan Wooden Icon of Christ Ecce Homo
Venetian, early 17th century A.D.Estimate: £2,000 - 3,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,000
Curved in section with mounting slots to reverse; gessoed board with gilt surface, reserved portrait bust in three-quarter view on a textured field with tendrils, scrolls and other ornament; nimbate Christ shown with shoulder-length auburn hair and short beard wearing layered robes. 1 kg, 29.7 x 40.8 cm
Ex Lucas Auctions, Milano, Italy. From an important collection of icons. Accompanied by an academic report by Dr Raffaele D’Amato. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.12344-224611. -
Stone Idol Group
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £130
Mainly anthropomorphic figures in various poses, some on a ceramic base. 744 grams total, 6.1-16.2 cm including stand
From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. -
Banded Agate Bead Necklace
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
Restrung designer necklace with spherical banded agate and carnelian beads interspersed with glass and metal seed beads. 110 grams, 80 cm long
Ex French gallery, 1970-1990. Paris collection, France.
