Loading, please wait...
LOT 2359
Western Asiatic Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String
20TH CENTURY A.D.
12 3/4 in. (8.52 grams, 32.5 cm).
Composed of cylindrical beads and a lozenge-shaped feature pendant at the centre, restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx London, UK, art market 1990s.
CONDITIONTimeLine 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.
-
Egyptian Style Terracotta Snake
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £59
With D-section body and S-curved coils, head raised and mouth gaping to reveal a forked tongue; repaired. 456 grams, 18 cm
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector. London collection, 2016. -
Post Medieval Gold Fob Seal with Chalcedony Gemstone with Heraldic Arms
19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
Rectangular inset gem with engraved heraldic achievement: the crest a gryphon rampant, elaborate ovoid shield with lion passant guardant over a chevron with three roundels, pendant Maltese cross below; set in an ornate ribbed cell with baroque scrolls to the handle; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 20.3 grams, 34.5 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Painted Wooden Icon of Saint Nicholas
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £65
Rectangular wooden panel with mounting bar to reverse; low-relief carved facing nimbate figure in sumptuous robe holding a book in his left hand and making the gesture of blessing with his right; Cyrillic legend flanking the neck 'CΦ ЧЕРДР ΝІΚыΛАC' (Saint Nicholas). 715 grams, 30.5 x 22 cm
From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
