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LOT 0300
Western Asiatic Amethyst Scaraboid
1ST MILLENNIUM BC.
5/8 in. (2.07 grams, 15 mm).
With conical upper face, underside with border enclosing an incuse palm tree with monkeys climbing up the trunk.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1969-1999.
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Amlash Bird-Headed Clasp Group
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Each a slightly domed ring with hooked bird-head and stud with square head. 23.4 grams total, 42-43 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Glass Ribbed Double Unguentarium with Contents
Circa 13th century A.D. or laterEstimate: £3,000 - 4,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,500
Comprising two conjoined kidney-shaped cells decorated with applied trails, extending to a single short neck with everted rim, discoid foot to the base and an applied handle to the shoulder; containing free flowing liquid and congealed organic substance to both cells. 90 grams, 11.1 cm
with Christie's, London, UK, circa 2001. Private collection, Europe. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12432-226701. -
Western Asiatic Gold Earring Collection
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £550
Including hoop, crescent, drop with beads and other types. 20.2 grams total, 12-80 mm
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
