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LOT 1142
Western Asiatic Garnet-Set Gold Element
CIRCA 12TH-13TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (4.06 grams, 24.66 mm).
Of square form, the central stone flanked by teardrop-shaped stone at each corner, with round stones to interstices, all with raised settings with braided borders; the reverse with two rows of pierced spheres, each end with an applied sphere.
ProvenanceFrom a private family collection formed in the 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Garnet-Set Gold Ring
Circa 12th-14th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £433
With an expanding rectangular-section hoop, applied granule to each shoulder; large oval bezel with a beaded border, set with a domed garnet with decorative flattened areas. 4.01 grams, 22.29 mm overall, 18.50 x 14.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British K, USA 5 1/4, Europe 9.95, Japan 9)
From a private family collection formed in the 1970s. -
Qajar Period Decorated Bowl
19th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Spun bronze bowl with everted rim, dense low-relief decoration of tendrils and interlace with quatrefoil panels each with a kneeling figure. 195 grams, 11.9 cm wide
Acquired by the vendor's father on the UK art market, before 1990. -
Bactrian Alabaster Vessel
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £300
Of conical form with narrow flat base, carved from banded alabaster. 850 grams, 15 cm
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
