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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 Bronze Bull's Head Mount
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Modelled in the half-round with large lentoid eyes and small crescentic horns; stud through the muzzle and a loop behind the horns. 5.59 grams, 25.3 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Carnelian Cylinder Seal with Bird and Ibex
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £91
Frieze of a rosette of pellets beside a bird with outstretched wings, starburst and crouching ibex beneath; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.71 grams, 16.91 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Engraved Carnelian Calligraphic Intaglio
Circa 16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Circular intaglio with narrow base, upper face with densely arranged inscription; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 3.61 grams, 20 mm
Acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK.
