Loading, please wait...
LOT 1909
Western Asiatic Stone Scaraboid Seal with King and Inscription
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
5/8 in. (3.02 grams, 16 mm).
Plano-convex in profile with median figure flanked by two columns of text.
ProvenanceEx the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1969-1999.
Accompanied by a previously illustrated catalogue card with provenance.
TimeLine Auctions follows a vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
LOT 1909
Western Asiatic Stone Scaraboid Seal with King and Inscription
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£110 (EUR 128; USD 149) +BP*
-
Western Asiatic Painted Terracotta Vessel
8th-9th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
Squat in profile and of tiered construction with strap handle and broad pouring lip, bands of polychrome painted foliage decoration. 407 grams, 12.7 cm
UK collection, 1990s. Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000. Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman. -
Western Asiatic Stone Amulet and Stamp Seal Collection
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £70 - 90 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Including drum-shaped type with drilled clusters, plano-convex type with pierced lug handle and quadruped, and other types. 14.1 grams total, 12-26 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Gold Bead
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Barrel-shaped body with fluting and raised collars at each end. 0.26 grams, 6 mm
From the collection of a late Japanese gentleman, 1970s onwards.
