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LOT 1224
Western Asiatic Bead Necklace
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
22 1/2 in. (32 grams, 57 cm long).
Restrung designer necklace composed of mainly spherical carnelian beads interspersed with glass drop-shapes imitating banded agate; modern clasp. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Ex property of a London gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Mixed Gold Bead Group
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Including oblate, barrel-shaped and other types. 4.99 grams total, 2-9 mm
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
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UK collection, 1990s. Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000. Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.