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LOT 0978
Sumerian Jemdet Nasr Period Animal Amulet
3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 5/8 in. (18.11 grams, 43 mm).
A carved jasper amuletic pendant of a calf with a band and supporting loop to its middle, sockets for insertion of separate eyes.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2000s.
Important collection of a London gentleman.
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Sumerian Figural Plaque
3rd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,143
A rectangular faience plaque bearing figural scene composed of two figures beside a table, a seated figure behind them; pierced twice along one edge. 43.5 grams, 82 mm wide
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970-1999. London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent. -
Holy Land Dipper Cup
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
A round bottomed Bronze Age cup with strap handle. 145 grams, 10.2 cm
cracked, rim chipped.
Acquired on the London art market before 2000. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Luristan Spouted Vessel
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £114
A large ceramic pouring vessel with bulbous body and trumpet-shaped mouth, keeled strap handle to the rear with notch detailing, tapering spout and bands of circumferential linear ornament. 1.75 kg, 22 cm high
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
