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LOT 1511
Sasanian Flecked Orange Stone Stamp Seal with Ibex
CIRCA 3RD-7TH CENTURY A.D.
7/8 in. (11.26 grams, 23.44 mm).
Annular in profile with incuse standing ibex motif. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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South Arabian Carving of a Nude Couple in Erotic Embrace with Inscription
1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Estimate: £4,000 - 6,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,222
Modelled in the round as two figures embracing, the upper figure with a pseudo inscription to the back; mounted on a custom-made stand. 380 grams total, 13.3 cm including stand
Formerly in the collection of Mr K. Ex collection of Mr H., acquired in Switzerland in the early 2000s. Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in 2010. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12875-241696. -
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Discoid with central cross and openwork quadrants, loop handle. 20.99 grams, 35.61 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
