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LOT 1045
Western Asiatic Stone Amulet Group
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
7/8-1 3/8 in. (13.3 grams total, 22-36 mm).
Comprising a resting lion pierced at the midriff and a rectangular plaque with incised grid markings. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000.
From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.
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Western Asiatic Decorated Bronze Ring Group
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Comprising four rings with decorative bezels, each with an inscription. 16.5 grams total, 19-21 mm
UK private collection before 2000. On the UK art market. Property of a London gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Stone Cylinder Seal with Advancing Bulls
Early 2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,210
With frieze depicting two bovines advancing, each with a bridle and trailing a rope, amphorae in the field; old collector's label '10100' to base; possibly unfinished as centre not pierced; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 36.6 grams, 27 mm
Private collection, London, UK; acquired prior to 2010. -
Western Asiatic Ceramic Necklace Bead Group
1st millennium B.C. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £52
Composed of ribbed oval-shaped beads, with a 'bee-hive' appearance. 12.1 grams total, 7-8 mm
UK gallery, early 2000s.