Loading, please wait...
LOT 1865
Post Medieval Iron Folding Knife Group
16TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 - 9 1/2 in. (930 grams total, 8.5 -23.5 cm).
Comprising blades and handles of various types and dates, including examples incised with decorative motifs. [17, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s-early 2000s.
East Anglian private collection.
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.
-
Ethiopian Magic Scroll
Early-mid 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
Produced using parchment; rectangular with inked geometric borders; leading edge with panel of nimbate winged cherubim; two panels of Coptic text divided by a series of saltire motifs, facing masks and quatrefoils, traces of red and green pigment; old seam repair; linen binding tape. 114 grams, 2.20 m long
Ex Adalberto Frezza, 2004. Ex central London gallery. -
Chinese Tang Style Horse Statuette Head
Circa 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Modelled naturalistically in the round with polychrome detailing. 341 grams, 13.5 cm
London private collection, acquired 1985-1995. The Kusmirek Collection, UK. -
Tudor Period Bronze Figural Mount
16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Or finial depicting a well-modelled figure of the Virgin Mary in relief to one face. 19.5 grams, 51 mm
From an old English collection before 2010. From the collection of a North American gentleman.
