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LOT 0933
Western Asiatic Idol Collection
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 - 3 1/8 in. (115 grams total, 50-80 mm).
A group of ceramic idols of anthropomorphic form, stylised incised detailing to the faces and garments. [4]
ProvenanceAcquired early 1990s.
Ex private American collection; thence by descent.
Private collection since 1998.
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Amlash Cage Pendant Collection
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £152
A group of three bronze cage beads with suspension loops and openwork geometric ornament studded with pellets. 64 grams total, 75-79 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired before 1983. Ex London gallery, 1990s. -
Western Asiatic Large Terracotta Chalice
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A large terracotta chalice comprising a broad shallow bowl supported by three short arms on a conical base. 1.8 kg, 26.5 cm wide
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Sumerian Priest Head Pendant
3rd millennium B.C.Estimate: £3,500 - 4,500 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £1,750
A haematite pendant in the form of the shaved head of a priest carved with semi-naturalistic facial features; drilled horizontally through the top of the head for suspension; displayed in a custom-made presentation box printed 'Derek J. Content Antiquities and Jewelry' to the interior. 13 grams, 23.5 mm (82 grams total)
Acquired in the late 1970s. Important North West London collection. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11644-199720.
