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LOT 1259
Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
16 1/2 in. (23.9 grams, 42 cm).
Graduated group of mainly annular and tubular beads with melon bead centrepiece. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Western Asiatic Electrum Gold Pendant with Garnets
Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
Comprising a lozenge-shaped plaque with applied ropework, two raised cells with filigree loops to the edges, set with garnet cabochons; suspension loop above. 1.83 grams, 19.46 mm
From the property of the late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999. -
Massive Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £169
With carinated profile, rounded underside and basal ring; scooped shoulder and flared rim to the mouth with stepped contour, rim chipped. 12.35 kg, 39 cm
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
Persian Terracotta Votive Group
Circa 2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £845
Depicting seven worshippers standing around the edge of a circular platform, facing inwards towards a smaller central figure, some with outstretched arms, others holding offerings, repaired. 830 grams, 17.6 cm
French private collection, Paris, formed between the 1960s-1980s. Acquired Bonhams, London, 13 April 2011, no.61. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent. Accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonhams catalogue pages.
