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LOT 1326
Western Asiatic Bronze Weight Collection
CIRCA 8TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 3/4 in. (135 grams total, 11-20 mm).
Including barrel-shaped, cuboid, biconvex, tabular and other types, some with punched markings. [10, No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx Simmons gallery, London, UK.
Ex North London collection, 1990s.
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Amlash Bronze Mirror
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
With discoid body, remains of tinning to the front face, the reverse with sub-circular wreath composed of curved zigzags, waisted stem incised with chevrons to both faces, domed base with hatched lines to upper face and base. 138 grams, 11.6 cm
UK private collection before 2000. On the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Gold Pendant with Bead
2nd-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £221
With square-section amethyst pierced pillar, granulated gold collars, suspension ring. 1.87 grams, 24 mm
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
Large Bactrian Terracotta Chalice
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Pedestal shape with carination to the base, collar to the slender shank, flared upper with chamfered rim, painted geometric ornament; chipped. 4.25 grams, 34.5 cm high
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
