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LOT 2161
Western Asiatic Style Stone Gaming Piece Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 - 2 1/2 in. (310 grams total, 43-64 mm).
Including two lapis lazuli conical pawns, and other types. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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Large Indus Valley Style Painted Zebu Bull
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £13
A hollow-formed ceramic zebu figurine with painted detailing to the body and horns, vent to the neck. 995 grams, 28 cm
Fine condition.
Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 2000. From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent. -
Western Asiatic Style Amethyst Ram-Headed Gaming Piece
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £98
Carved in the round head of a ram with a flared base. 117 grams, 51 mm
Private collection, UK. -
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Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
Late 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals, showing scenes including worshipping scene, animals, and three with cuneiform text. 185 grams total, 29-42 mm
Possibly made by the British Museum. From a West Country, UK, private collection.
