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LOT 1294
Syrian Limestone Cylinder Seal
CIRCA 1300 B.C.
5/8 in. (2.8 grams, 16 mm).
Cylinder with a figure standing on a beast, another figure before, another beast and stripes; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
Accompanied by a previous typed catalogue slip with collection no.57.
Cf. figures in similar style on a seal in Weber, O., Der Alte Orient, II volumes, Leipzig, 1920, no.577.
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Large Western Asiatic Silver Ring with Floral Design
Circa 18th-19th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Comprising a wide hoop with curving supports projecting from the shoulders, a thick flower-shaped bezel with an engraved and gilt flower motif. 21.95 grams, 31.96 mm overall, 20.96 x 18.15 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Glass Gemstone with Calligraphic Inscription
18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Domed bead with longitudinal piercing and an inscription; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.62 grams, 14 mm
Acquired on the European art market. -
Luristan Stag Statuette
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
Modelled in the round on a waisted rectangular base, head turned. 91.31 grams, 10.56 mm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
