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LOT 2371
Sold for (Inc. bp): £598
SOUTH EAST ASIAN BRONZE BUDDHA HEAD COLLECTION
16TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 - 4 3/8 in. (804 grams total, 5.6-11.1 cm).
16TH-17TH CENTURY A.D.
2 1/4 - 4 3/8 in. (804 grams total, 5.6-11.1 cm).
Comprising of heads with lentoid half-lidded eyes, wide nose, full curved lips and elongated earlobes; three with rich headdresses and one with pelletted hair and pointed crown. [4, No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
From the private family collection of Ersula Barter-Hemmerich, the longest serving member of staff working at the United Nations, her private collection formed in the 1950s and 1960s; thence by descent to her grandson.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous 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.
