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LOT 0935
Western Asiatic Glass Vessel Collection
8TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.
1 - 2 in. (114 grams total, 27-51 mm).
Including cut glass molar flasks; chipped. [6, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970s-1996.
Property of a North American collector.
London collection, 2016.
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Parthian Faience Offering Bowl
Circa 3rd-1st century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £247
Formed as two stylised quadrupeds standing side-by-side, carrying a shallow offering dish on their backs; decorated in a blue glaze. 648 grams, 13 cm high
Collected from 1979-1999. From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK. -
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Western Asiatic Bronze Lion Censer Lid
11th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £776
Formed with stylised features, an ovoid face, openwork eyes, triangular nose, ears pricked forwards and decorative openwork panels to the neck; mounted on a custom-made display base. 393 grams total, 13.5 cm high including stand
French collection, 1960s-early 2000s. From an important Paris gallery, France.
Zoomorphic incense burners were popular during the Seljuk period. When complete, coal and incense could be placed inside the burner and the scented smoke would escape through the pierced areas. -
Large Western Asiatic Shell Cylinder Seal with Two Registers
Circa 3rd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,560
With linear and ropework borders, frieze in two registers: the upper with seated and standing figures wearing tiered robes, the lower with antelopes, human figures and fronds. 54.6 grams, 52 mm
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector, collection no.077. London collection, 2016.
