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LOT 1101
Western Asiatic Bronze Bulbous Bowl
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3 1/2 in. (148 grams total, 91 mm).
With slightly everted rim to the mouth, rounded underside. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Luristan Terracotta Lotus-Formed Vessel
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Comprising a broad funicular mouth above a small bulb body, button base, impressed cord detailing to base and shoulder; repaired. 155 grams, 13.5 cm
with a London, UK gallery, 1971-early 2000s. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Ring with Bird
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
D-section hoop expanding to an octagonal bezel, intaglio motif of a stylised bird with long beak. 3.58 grams, 21.45 mm overall, 17.11 mm internal diameter (approximate size British M 1/2, USA 6 1/4, Europe 13.09, Japan 12)
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Old Babylonian Carnelian Frog Amulet on Gold Earring
20th-16th century B.C.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £667
The frog modelled in the round, pierced at the middle and mounted on an asymmetrical gold hoop, possibly a marriage. 2.45 grams, 29.30 mm
Ex K.J. collection. Acquired on the North American art market, 1999. European private collection.
