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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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Western Asiatic Painted Jar
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Opening Bid: £100
An ovoid ceramic jar with short neck, chamfered rim and discoid foot, painted geometric frieze to the upper body composed of plain circumferential bands, chevrons and pellets. 805 grams, 21.2 cm high
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Miniature Tel Brak Marble Eye Idol
Circa 3100-3000 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £264
A miniature marble 'eye' idol composed of a squat, carinated body and two piercings to the head. 2.92 grams, 18 mm
Fine condition, repaired.
Acquired 1960-2010. Old French collection of Dr Delattre, who collected principally prehistoric objects but also ancient bronzes, natural history and curiosity around the world. Property of a French collector. -
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Amlash Handled Jar
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £279
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Fine condition, handle restored.
Acquired 1970s-2010. Ex important Japanese collection.
