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LOT 1311
Western Asiatic Bronze Seal Matrix
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/2 in. (3.92 grams, 13 mm).
Scaraboid with intaglio walking figure to the underside. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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Western Asiatic Silver Standing Idol
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
A freestanding sheet-silver idol of a standing human figure, anatomical features in repoussé technique, applied pellet eyes and twisted wire embellishing the headdress, attached to a vertical rectangular plaque, standing on a second square plaque with notched edges, remains of an offering vessel(?) at the feet. 14.2 grams, 39 mm
Fair condition.
From the Robin Symes gallery, Mayfair, UK, before 1999. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. -
Luristan Bronze Spearhead Blade
14th-10th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
With rounded shoulders and square-sectioned mid-rib running to the blade tip; short tang with fastening hole. 245 grams, 40 cm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
The spearhead belongs to the type VI spearhead of the Khorasani classification. It is characterised by a long blade and short tang, slightly rounded shoulders and pronounced midrib. Similar weapons were excavated by Prof. Negahban in the royal cemetery of Marlik. -
Western Asiatic Silver Bird-Headed Pin
Early 1st millennium A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Finial formed as a stylised bird modelled in the round with bulbous head and eyes, lobed chest and tail. 2.1 grams, 81 mm
Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s.
