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LOT 1590
Seljuk Bronze Padlock in the form of a Goat
12TH CENTURY A.D.
2 3/8 in. (79 grams, 59 mm).
Formed as a standing goat with curved horns, decorated with panels of scrolling foliage and chevrons, recessed circles to the ears, legs and chest, with remains of blue glass or enamelling to some, punched ring-and-dot eyes also with remains of red glass or enamelling. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceH. Baba Gallery, Davies Street, 2000.
Ex central London gallery.
From the private collection of a Kent, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1590
Seljuk Bronze Padlock in the form of a Goat
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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