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LOT 1967
Post Medieval Group of Semi-Precious Stone Stamp Seals
18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 3/4 in. (33 grams total, 15-18 mm).
Each cut, polished and engraved to one face with a scene or word: 'Charlotte'; 'What thous speakest and now beware of whom to whom when and where'; 'pray dont' over scene of cat hunting mouse; 'I catch the most cunning' over winged boy holding a dog'; an inscription in French with plant motif. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1960s-1990s.
Late Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister.
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Large Copper Bowl with Script
India, 19th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £83
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Fine condition.
Acquired on the UK art market, 2000s. Property of a Suffolk gentleman. -
Gold Viking Style Earring
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £46
Composed of graduated bulbs separated by granulated collars and a slender wire hook. 2.12 grams, 44 mm
From the collection of a North American gentleman, formed in the 1990s. -
Post Medieval Dutch Glazed Ceramic Ship Tile Set
Circa 17th-18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
Comprising nine mauve-glazed tiles displaying a sailing vessel flying the Dutch flag, additional vessels out to sea. 1.1 kg total, 13.2 x 13.2 cm each
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.