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LOT 0865
Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Group
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/8 - 7/8 in. (67 grams total, 2-23 mm).
A mixed group of glass, shell and stone beads of annular, oblate, melon, and other types.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-2010.
Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
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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. -
Sassanian Seal with Profile Bust
3rd-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
A carnelian stamp seal of plano-convex form, incuse profile bust left to base; drilled for suspension; repaired. 5.91 grams, 17 mm
Acquired 1980s. UK private collection. Property of a Sussex, UK, teacher. -
Western Asiatic Ceramic Vessel Collection
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £390
A mixed group of ceramic vessels of various types, including jars and bowls, including examples painted with geometric motifs. 1.8 kg total , 8.6-15.1 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
