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LOT 0813
Western Asiatic Alabaster Jar
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
5 1/8 in. (647 grams, 13 cm high).
A carved alabaster jar with broad neck and rounded rim; two later incised low-relief crosses to the lower body, potentially medieval in date; later wax base. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired before 1965.
From a deceased estate, Herefordshire, UK.
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Western Asiatic Conical Seal with Symbol and Inscription
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Opening Bid: £250
A conoid black limestone stamp seal bearing enigmatic symbol with surrounding inscription to base, possibly a sun or floral motif; old collector's label to one face; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 9.58 grams, 27 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired 1969-1999. London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent. -
Western Asiatic Dish with Star
Late 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £180 - 240 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
A broad ceramic dish with raised flange rim and deep wall, painted design of concentric rings to the inner rim and inner face, central star motif with radiating arms of varying lengths. 620 grams, 22.2 cm wide
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970s-1990s. Ex Pars Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK. From a specialist collection of pottery. -
Amlash Ring Collection
Circa 1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
A group of four copper-alloy finger rings displaying geometric designs. 36.1 grams total, 22-26 mm
Early 1990s London collection. Acquired on the UK art market. From a private collection, Lancashire, UK.
