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LOT 1411
Western Asiatic Black Stone Cylinder Seal with Insects
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
5/8 in. (0.35 grams, 16.7 mm).
Frieze of rows of insects within linear borders; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Grey Stone Cylinder Seal with Figures and Animals
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
Frieze depicting two profile figures standing among birds, scorpions, sunburst and other motifs; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 3.39 grams, 21.79 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Pierced Pottery Chalice
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
Comprising a hollow-formed flared foot with vertical slits, poppy-head bowl with everted rim supported by two small lugs; two rows of perforations at the shoulder. 460 grams, 14.5 cm
From the collection of a gentleman, 1988-2000s. -
Western Asiatic Painted Bird Vessel
8th-9th century A.D.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
Hollow-formed piriform body with three columnar legs, strap handle with applied detailing and applied collar, tapering neck and strigine head with applied loops to the eyes. 442 grams, 17 cm high
UK collection, 1990s. Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000. Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.