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LOT 0887
Western Asiatic Gold with Agate Gemstone Pendant
LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (2.51 grams, 21 mm).
A gold pendant composed of a conical cap with band of raised arches and suspension loop, set with a carnelian stone.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Western Asiatic Idol Collection
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £351
A group of ceramic idols of anthropomorphic form, stylised incised detailing to the faces and garments. 115 grams total, 50-80 mm
Acquired early 1990s. Ex private American collection; thence by descent. Private collection since 1998. -
Western Asiatic Lion Censer Lid
11th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £800
The head from a leonine censer, 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. -
Holy Land Dipper Cup
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
A round bottomed Bronze Age cup with strap handle. 145 grams, 10.2 cm
cracked, rim chipped.
Acquired on the London art market before 2000. Property of an Essex gentleman.
