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LOT 1091
Western Asiatic Gold Bead Collection
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/8 - 7/8 in. (10.51 grams total, 3-23 mm).
Including fusiform, tubular, biconvex and other types. [38]
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Inscribed Lead Document Bulla
Circa 8th-9th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Discoid with two line inscription to both sides. 10 grams, 21 mm
From the property of late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999. -
Luristan Terracotta Jug with Animal-Headed Handle
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
With bulbous body and tall tubular neck, slightly flared rim to the mouth, single strap handle with zoomorphic thumb-pad. 990 grams, 24.5 cm
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1980s. From a UK private collection. -
Mesopotamian Stone Cylinder Seal with Contest Scene
2500-2300 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
The scene engraved in a single register, comprising three heroes upending two lions, a rearing stag behind one of the heroes; accompanied by a museum-quality impression; old collection sticker '120' to one end. 7.33 grams, 23 mm
Cotswold, UK, collection. Property of a North London, UK, gentleman. Accompanied by a typed and signed note by the late Professor W.G. Lambert, numbered 120. Accompanied by an old collection ticket.
