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LOT 1618
Western Asiatic Bone Idol Group
2ND CENTURY B.C.-2ND CENTURY A.D.
2 1/2 - 3 in. (13.63 grams, 65.84-75.34 mm).
Comprising: figure of plano-convex section with hatched detailing; square-section bar with ring-and-dot motifs. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Molar Glass Vessel
Circa 9th-11th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
With segmented body and expanding tubular neck, four stub feet to the underside. 16.26 grams, 48 mm
From a London, UK, collection of glass, 1970-2000s. -
Bactrian Bronze Stamp Seal with Zebu
2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Substantial rectangular block with loop handle; incuse image of an advancing zebu in profile. 153 grams, 55 mm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. -
Sasanian Silver-Plated Lion Shield Boss
6th-7th century A.D.Estimate: £1,000 - 1,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £500
With stylised repoussé head and face detailing showing two faces, one to the side and the other to the top, the mane represented by a scalloped border; sheet-silver cladding to the head over bronze; pierced for attachment. 80.9 grams, 78 mm
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s. London, UK, collection.
