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LOT 0846
Western Asiatic Cream Stone Bead Necklace
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
25 1/4 in. (11.4 grams, 64 cm long).
Comprising cream-coloured stone or shell beads of various types, including one decorated with punched ring-and-dot ornament; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx W.J. collection, 1990s.
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Central Asian Bronze Compartmented Seal Matrix
2300-2000 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Wheel-shaped stamp seal; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze. 38 x 37 x 15 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is a handle of inverted U-shape. The design, which is compartmented and open-work, consists of a plain outer band, and within it but not touching it is a central rhomb, joined to the outer band by two rough crescent shapes, bulging at the ends, and close to each other in the middle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition save that the outer rim is worn down.' 15 grams, 37 mm
From an important London, UK, collection, 1970s. Accompanied by a scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert FBA (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in Assyriology and Near Eastern archaeology. -
Central Asian Ziwiye Turquoise Frit Offering Basket
Circa 6th century B.C.Estimate: £1,800 - 2,400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £800
Conical outer body with pierced geometric panels, handle surmounted by facing quadrupeds flanking a swan at apex, horned bull's heads to either handle base. 982 grams, 23.2 cm
With the previous owner, 1990-2012. Acquired in 2012. Accompanied by an IADAA search certificate dated 9 April 2020. -
Western Asiatic Terracotta Wine Vessel
4th-3rd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
Comprising a cylindrical body rising from a flat base to a wide mouth, decorated with thick bands painted in red pigment running around the base and vessel’s mouth, a stylised plant adorning the vessel’s body. 165 grams, 12.5 cm high
Fine condition.
Acquired 1970s-1990s. Ex Rabi Gallery, Mayfair, London, UK. From a specialist collection of pottery.