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LOT 1340
Western Asiatic Spool-Shaped Gold Beads
LATE 2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (1.91 grams, 19 mm).
Group of three spool-shaped elements, each pierced longitudinally and forming a spacer bead for a multi-strand necklace.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a late Japanese gentleman, 1970s onwards.
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Western Asiatic Mixed Gold Bead Group
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Including oblate, barrel-shaped and other types. 4.99 grams total, 2-9 mm
Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Sasanian Bronze Bowl with Bird
Circa 3rd-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Hemispherical in profile with an incised ring enclosing a perching bird, both filled with punched ring-and-dot detailing. 134 grams, 15 cm
Ex London, UK, collection, early 2000s. -
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Western Asiatic Bronze Pendant with Four-Line Inscription
Circa 14th-16th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
Rectangular pendant with integral suspension loop, the obverse with a four line inscription. 3.67 grams, 24 mm
Ex German art market, 2000s. Acquired from an EU collector living in London. From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
