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LOT 0422
Post Medieval Silver-Gilt Ring with Lion
17TH-18TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 in. (21.37 grams, 40.00 mm overall, 19.57 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).
Substantial D-section hoop with five radiating disc studs, each with gilt face and starburst motif; raised shoulders with gilt piriform panels, elaborate S-scroll motifs; trumpet-shaped octagonal bezel with gilt face, pelletted border and lion passant motif.
ProvenanceAcquired on the London art market in the late 1980s-1990s.
From the family collection of an East London, UK, gentleman.
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Greek Style Terracotta Oinochoe
20th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £200
With tiered foot, ovoid body, tapering neck and scooped trefoil mouth; tall strap handle to the rear with median gusset; painted palmette below the handle and combat scene with two hoplites and an attacking lion; after the antique. 1.36 kg, 41 cm
From a Paris collection, France. Ex French gallery, 1970-1990. -
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Stone and Other Artefact Group
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Including a lion figure on a rectangular base, heater-shaped escutcheon with rosettes and tendrils and other items. 894 grams total, 2.2-43.5 cm
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. -
Painted Terracotta Animal Group
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £7
Comprising: a ceramic camel with painted bridle detailing, checked body; similar equid with socketted eyes; each mounted on a ceramic stand. 785 grams total, 16-18 cm wide 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.
