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LOT 1939
Western Asiatic Style Blue Glazed Gaming Piece Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 - 3 3/8 in. (318 grams total, 36-87 mm).
Comprising: a knight modelled after the Lewis Chessmen; a hollow-form counter shaped as a horse head; two conical and one domed with a raised 'tongue' above. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the family collection of a Hampstead gentleman; formerly acquired in the 1980s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Georgian Silver Ring for RB
Late 18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £59
Flat-section hoop expanding towards the bezel, engraved floral motifs to each shoulder, rectangular plaque to the bezel with initials 'RB'. 2.80 grams, 21.06 mm overall, 18.76 mm internal diameter (approximate size British R 1/2, USA 8 3/4, Europe 19.38, Japan 18)
Found Yorkshire, UK. From the private collection of Robin Sykes, Yorkshire, UK, formed since the late 1990s. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Western Asiatic Style Alabaster Vessel
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
Tubular in form with flared base, rolled rim. 4.1 kg, 25 cm
From a West London, UK, collection. Property of a North London, UK, gentleman. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Western Asiatic Core-Formed Glass Bird
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £98
With discoid base, applied beak, eyes and studs to the wings, dragged-trail detailing to indicate plumage. 116 grams, 73 mm
Acquired in London, 1992. Private collection, London, UK. This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
