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LOT 1313
Western Asiatic Cylinder Seal Group
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
5/8 - 1 in. (6.38 grams total, 16-27 mm).
Comprising: one slender with frieze of incuse facing and profile figures; one squat with winged figure. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of David Donlan (1947-2025), a dedicated and lifelong collector with a passion for the ancient world and the natural sciences, forming his collection from 1960s onwards, using many reputable dealers across the United Kingdom, including the well-regarded Coincraft and The Parthenon Gallery.
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Western Asiatic Hardstone Scaraboid Stamp Seal
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Domed body with incised circumferential band above the rim, underside with a stylised quadruped and star-like motifs. 5.17 grams, 20 mm
Ex West Country, UK, collection, 1990s. Accompanied by a previously illustrated catalogue card with provenance. -
Western Asiatic Grey Stone Cylinder Seal with Figural Scene
750-650 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £104
Frieze depicting a kneeling figure in segmented kilt facing a figure with one arm raised standing back-to-back with a similar figure in a flounced knee-length garment; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 1.36 grams, 10 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian Bead Necklace String
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
Designer necklace composed of spherical beads interspersed with barley twist beads; restrung. 66.5 grams, 52.5 cm
Acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s. Ex London, UK, collection.