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LOT 1384
Western Asiatic Bronze Cat Protome Group
CIRCA 11TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 - 2 1/4 in. (47.6 grams total, 44-58 mm).
Each formed as a finial with tall extended neck and sleek feline head, scooped triangular lug to reverse. [2]
ProvenanceFrom a UK collection formed in the 1980s.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 1384
Western Asiatic Bronze Cat Protome Group
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£50 (EUR 58; USD 68) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £200
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From a private collection, since 1989. Ex West London, UK collection. -
Amlash Tall Terracotta Jug
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £80 - 100 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £44
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Acquired on the UK art market before 2000. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
Sumerian Black and White Stone Bead Bracelet
Circa 3000 B.C.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Composed of alternating white and dark beads, restrung with elasticated cord. 5.02 grams, 16 cm
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