Loading, please wait...

Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar Handle with Royal Stamp of Hebron Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar Handle with Royal Stamp of Hebron Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar Handle with Royal Stamp of Hebron
Use mousewheel to zoom in and out, click to enlarge
Details

LOT 1204

Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar Handle with Royal Stamp of Hebron

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 3/4 in. (50 grams, 70 mm).

The handle fragment from a Tufnell type 484 jar, bearing a stamp to the upper handle with a schematic winged solar disc with lines delineating the upper rays of the sun, inscribed 'Ḥbr[n] / Hebron'.

Provenance

Acquired 1970-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.

Accompanied by a copy of a description from Peter Gert Van der Veen, senior lecturer of Levantine Archaeology Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION
VETTING:

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.

Live Bidding

LOT 1204

Western Asiatic Terracotta Jar Handle with Royal Stamp of Hebron

Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)

Print page

RELATED LOTS
  • Indo-Gangetic Copper Anthropomorphic Idol
    Indo-Gangetic Copper Anthropomorphic Idol
    India, circa 1500-1300 B.C.

    Sold for (Inc. bp): £41,600

    A large flat-section figure with curled arms, spread legs, lobed head; mounted on a custom-made stand. 3.24 kg total, 36.3 cm wide



    Private English collection, 1950s, and kept in England. Ex Atigh Gallery, pre-1986. with Aaron Gallery, acquired from the above. Accompanied by a copy of the 1986 invoice from Atigh Gallery. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.12492-230324. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

    A cluster of copper artefacts dating to 1500-1000 B.C. was found in the Indo-Gangetic plains (region of Uttar Pradesh), including a number of anthropomorphic figures with downwards curving arms, dome-shaped heads, and spread legs. They were cast in moulds and then hammered with often discernible chisel marks. They can be divided in several distinct categories based on their characteristics, and it has been suggested that these idols functioned as protective guardian spirits.

    Lot Details

  • Ottoman Style Silver Ring Group
    Ottoman Style Silver Ring Group
    20th century A.D.

    Sold for (Inc. bp): £845

    Mainly with inset lapis lazuli, onyx or other cloison with incuse portrait bust, scorpion or other motif. 262 grams total, 23-36 mm



    Acquired on the London, UK, art market in the 1990s This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

    Lot Details

  • Western Asiatic Painted Terracotta Jug
    Western Asiatic Painted Terracotta Jug
    1st millennium B.C.

    Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

    Squat in profile with basal ring, trumpet-shaped mouth with rounded rim, loop handle to rear of twisted construction with spiked thumb-pad. 280 grams, 12 cm



    From a London, UK, gentleman's collection of ancient pottery and artefacts, 1990s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

    Lot Details

Stay up-to-date with the latest from TimeLine Auctions by joining our mailing list