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Lot 10
Third Intermediate Period to Late Period, Ca. 1070 - 343 BC.Each eye ever watching, from a separate anthropoid sarcophagus, bronze eyes and eyebrows, the alluring bronze eye rims with extended cosmetic lines, elongated canthi, and heavy lids, painted sclera displaying black-painted irises. Pamminger, P.; Agyptische Kleinkunst, aus der Sammlung Gistav Memminger, p. 107, no. 71, for a parallel.Size: L:34 - 36mm / W:100 - 100mm ; With Stand 482g.Provenance: Property of a London Art Gallery; formerly in a Private New York city collection, acquired from Archeological Center Tel Aviv Israel.
Lot 118
Ca. 400-500 AD.A carved limestone standing female wearing a floor-length garment, belted at the waist, and ball ear ornaments. Depicted with a long-striated hairdo and well-carved facial features. Holding a large circular mirror frame in front, which once held a reflective mirror, now missing. Standing on an integral rectangular slab base with a bundle next to her left foot. The central mirror was possibly made of polished bronze or mother of pearl. This type of mirror that combines two types of material (marble and metal or mother of pearl) is very rare in the Late antiquity era and was probably part of an aristocratic Roman matron's beauty set.Size: L:200mm / W:88mm; 498.1g.Provenance: Property of a London Art gallery; previously in NYC collection; Ex. The Bactria Corp., NYC., 1970s.
Lot 119
Ca. 100-300 AD.A bronze statuette of the Roman goddess Diana standing contrapposto. She is wearing her usual attire - carefully arranged short chiton and a quiver over her left shoulder. She carries a bow in her left hand and holds a staff in her right. Diana was a major deity in the Roman pantheon, the patron goddess of the countryside, hunters, crossroads, and the Moon. Diana was also a virgin goddess and the protector of childbirth.Size: L:121mm / W:43mm ; 145g.Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old Oxford collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 129
Ca. 50-100 AD.A beautiful bronze oil lamp with a central filling hole in the discus, a long nozzle and a low concave foot with concentric circles. During the Roman Empire, it became commonplace to use lamps in funeral ceremonies and for public purposes. Over time, the manufacture of lamps increased, and so did the variation in decoration, which depended mainly on the shape and size of the lamp. Common decorative themes depicted on the discus were entertainment scenes (such as gladiators in combat), common myths, and animals. For a comparison piece, see item number 18, p. 18 in Mele, N. M. (1984). Catalogo delle lucerne in bronzo del Museo archeologico nazionale di Napoli. Roma: Ist. Poligrafico dello Stato.Size: L:44mm / W:123mm ; 465gProvenance: Property a London Ancient Art Gallery, acquired on the UK Art Market,; Ex HV collection, acquired between 1974 and 2010.
Lot 159
Ca. 100-300 AD.A bronze spoon and a scalpel joined by an S-curved handle in the shape of a dolphin. Such instrument would have been used for medical purposes and was probably part of a larger medical set.Size: L:170mm / W:25mm ; 25gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.
Lot 179A
Ca. 100-200 AD.A substantial bronze fitting, possibly a military phalera, with the head of Medusa in high-relief, flowing hair framing the face, wings to the crown, two snake tails below the chin; three square piercings to the rim for attachment. Cf. Appels, A. & Laycock, S. Roman Buckles and Military Fittings, Witham, 2007, items AA9.2, AA9.3.Size: L:115mm / W:110mm ; 45gProvenance: Private London collection; formerly in a Swiss family collection, acquired in the 1980s and 1990s.
Lot 204
Ca. 100-300 AD.A bronze fibula featuring a deep bow, set of three protrusions with bulb finials to the lower end, and a spring mechanism, catch-plate, and pin to the reverse. Fibulae were brooches used in Greek and Roman dress for fastening garments.Size: L:38.3mm / W:27.8mm ; 18.13gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 205
Ca. 100 AD.A cast bronze phalera formed as a lion's mask within a circular frame. The animal's head with prominent brow and eyes, an open mouth, and a detailed mane framing the face. Attachment stud to the reverse.Size: L:50.2mm / W:37.2mm ; 173.27gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 206
Ca. 100-300 AD.A bronze finger ring composed of a broad hoop rounded on the exterior, and flat on the interior, expanding to the shoulders supporting a bezel set with a convex oval eye agate stone in a dark brown and white hue.Size: D: 14.65mm / US: 3 3/4 / UK: H; 11.51gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 211
Ca. 100-200 AD.An iron knife, featuring a two-sided blade with a sharp tip and a bronze handle with a flat guard, tapering hilt and a zoomorphic pommel. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:260mm / W:37mm ; 170gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.
Lot 213
Ca. 2nd millennium BC.A set of four bronze rod-like tools/awls, each of a rectangular-section body with a pointed end. They were possibly used for piercing and carving designs in leather, wood or bone.Size: L:150-213mm / W:44691mm ; 700gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 214
Ca. 1800-600 BC.A suite of bronze harness fittings comprising a snaffle bit and two cheek-pieces each with three rings to one face. The horse bridle bit featuring terminal rings in different sizes. The item is joined at the smaller rings; an unadorned bars extends from each side and splays out into a large terminal ring, through which the cheek pieces would have originally passed. This piece would have sat in the horse’s mouth attached to the reins giving the rider more control over the animal. A brown and green patination remains on the surface.Size: L:Set of 3: 148-163mm / W:15-32mm ; 260g.Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.
Lot 216
Middle Bronze Age II, Ca. 1750-1550 BC.A wheel-thrown creamware pottery bowl with a flared foot, ovoid in plan. The internal surface of the bowl is decorated with bands of concentric circles painted in umber. For similar see: Ruth Amiran, Ancient Pottery of the Holy Lands.Size: L:75mm / W:205mm ; 560gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly in High Wycombe Estate collection; formerly acquired on the UK Art market.
Lot 22
Ca. 400-350 BC.A bronze helmet, a variant of the Negau type, a regional Italian style with a characteristically conical shape. The tall, capped form resolves in a concave neck with a pronounced brim. It once would have been decorated with attachments and feathers, as similar known examples demonstrate. Their distinctive shape represented the ferocity and might of the Etruscan army. Memories of these soldiers lived on for centuries after the Etruscan metalsmiths stopped producing them, as evidenced by an eastern Hungarian Celtic tetradrachm (ca. 2nd century BCE) that depicts a horseman wearing one of these helmets and holding a torc, a symbol of power. Cf. A pilos helmet in Berlin, illustrated in Antikenmuseum Berlin (Berlin, 1988), no. 1 on pp. 80-81. The item has undergone X-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements. The report prepared by an independent Belgian Laboratory will accompany the purchase. The item comes with an academic report written by Russel Scott; famous lecturer, reenactor and expert of Viking and medieval artefacts.Size: L:215mm / W:230mm; 520gProvanance: Property of a London doctor; formerly in the J.H. collection, Beaverton, Oregon, USA.
Lot 222
Ca. 1st Millennium BC.A bronze 'you' (wine vessel) in the shape of two owls standing back to back with handle. The vessel exists of an oval section in the form of two addorsed owls, their rounded bodies supported on four stout legs, the sides cast in low relief with four wings sweeping back from each round breasts to a pair of loops attached to the flat scaly handle, the domed fitted cover crisply cast on each side with the head of an owl, each with a couple of round protuberant eyes centered on a sharp hooked beak, the heads further adorned with two pairs of hooked ears, all below a segmented bud-shaped finial. The vessel is covered witha smooth red-green patina (cuprite/malachite encrustation). Cf. Zhongguo qingtongqui quanji, vol.4, Beijing, 1998, pls156 and 157; Robert W. Bagley, Shang Ritual Bronzes in the Arthur M. Sackler Collections, Washington DC., 1987, pl.63. This piece has undergone X-Ray Fluorescence analysis by an independent Belgian Laboratory. The samples collected show the chemical composition to reflect the typical metal contents of the described period, whilst also showing no modern trace elements in the patina.Size: L:180mm / W:130mm ; 2.05kgProvenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed before 2000 on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 223
Ca. 1300–1200 BC.A beautiful bronze jia tripod vessel comprising a flaring rim, inward sloping neck, flaring shoulder and flat bottom supported by three wedge-shaped legs. A single strap handle is attached to one side of the vessel and two posts with conical casts rise from the rim. A decorative frieze runs around the neck of the vessel, just above the shoulder, and depicts stylised taotie masks. The taotie are mythological creatures commonly appearing in ancient Chinese art, where they are commonly associated with the Four Evils of the World, a motif fitting for a vessel that would have been used for holding food on ritual or ceremonial occasions. Jia with this form and decoration are typical of the Anyang period (ca. 1300-1030 BC) and a comparable example can be seen in Shang Ritual Bronzes in the National Palace Museum Collection, Taipei, 1998, pp. 152-7, no. 9. A similar, less well-preserved object was recently sold at Christie's, see https://www.christies.com/lotfinder/lot/a-bronze-ritual-tripod-wine-vessel-jia-6276463-details.aspx?from=salesummery&intobjectid=6276463. This piece has undergone X-Ray Fluorescence analysis by an independent Belgian Laboratory. The samples collected show the chemical composition to reflect the typical metal contents of the described period, whilst also showing no modern trace elements in the patina.Size: L:290mm / W:210mm ; 1.6kgProvenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed before 2000 on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 226A
Ca. 475-221 BC.A bronze dagger with a leaf-shaped, lentoid-section blade. The guard comprises an openwork figure-of-eight motif, connecting a rectangular handle; a figure-of-eight motif makes up the pommel as well. These features, which are covered in scale-like details, may be intended to recall the nostrils or wings of a dragon. The handle is covered with intricate incised motifs. The Warring States Period was an era of Chinese history characterised by the extensive and ongoing conflict between a multitude of statelets and kingdoms which ultimately culminated in the Qin state's victory and the first unification of China into a single empire. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:330mm / W:45mm ; 325gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 236
Ca. 202BC-220AD. A rare pottery goose with bronze legs. The bird is standing on its stylised, well-defined bronze legs which support a globular body and elegantly slender neck terminating in a yellow-coloured head with a beak and open, attentive eyes. The body is well formed with realistic details. Geese were a major motif in Han dynasty era poetry and were typically distinguished between two types of geese, the domestic goose, and the wild goose. The Han Dynasty, which ruled between 202 BC-220 AD, brought great prosperity and stability to China, reigning over a golden age of classical Chinese civilization during which China saw major advances including the widespread development of a monetary economy and the invention of paper, as well as much progress in the decorative arts. This piece has been precisely dated by means of a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla, an independent German Laboratory. The samples collected date the piece to the period reflected in its style, whilst also showing no modern trace elements. The TL certificate with its full report will accompany this lot. Size: L:250mm / W:245mm ; 1.25kg Provenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed before 2000 on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 240
Ca. 2000-700 BC.A bronze Master of Animals sceptre comprised of a central openwork design terminating into a head. Flanked by animals on either side, with wide open mouths. It was probably used during religious rituals. The Master of Animals or Lord of Animals is a motif in ancient art showing a human between and grasping two confronted animals. It is very widespread in the art of the Ancient Near East.Size: L:310mm / W:98mm ; 360gProvenance: From the private collection of an Oxford gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1990s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 243
Ca. 202BC-220AD. An ornate pottery goose standing on its stylised, well-defined bronze legs which support a globular body and elegantly slender neck terminating in a red-coloured head with a beak and open, attentive eyes. The body is decorated with black glaze, imitating the bird's natural plumage. Geese were a major motif in Han dynasty era poetry and were typically distinguished between two types of geese, the domestic goose, and the wild goose.The Han Dynasty, which ruled between 202 BC-220 AD, brought great prosperity and stability to China, reigning over a golden age of classical Chinese civilization during which China saw major advances including the widespread development of a monetary economy and the invention of paper, as well as much progress in the decorative arts. This piece has been precisely dated by means of a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla, an independent German Laboratory. The samples collected date the piece to the period reflected in its style, whilst also showing no modern trace elements. The TL certificate with its full report will accompany this lot. Size: L:220mm / W:210mm ; 1.05kg Provenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed before 2000 on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 244
Ca. 202BC-220AD. An outstanding earthenware rooster with many traces of the original polychromy. This colourful bird stands on well-defined bronze legs. Rendered in an alert, standing pose with an erect neck, the bird looks straight ahead with delineated wings folded to its abdomen with stylized feathers and presents an overall bold silhouette. This rooster figurine is a mingqi, 'spirit good' belonging to the burial rituals in the Chinese Han Dynasty. High-ranking persons were buried with various everyday objects; it was believed that life after death was a continuation of the present life, and therefore the deceased was provided with all the objects necessary to continue living after death. Thus, terracotta animals, such as these roosters and camels, horses, and cattle were given, as well as food, clothing, and valuables. The tombs were designed architecturally so that, together with the objects, they provided both a comfortable final resting place as well as a safe journey for the deceased into the afterlife. Ancestor worship was very important, for the welfare of the deceased and for the welfare of the entire family. This piece has been precisely dated by means of a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla, an independent German Laboratory. The samples collected date the piece to the period reflected in its style, whilst also showing no modern trace elements. The TL certificate with its full report will accompany this lot. Size: L:150mm / W:180mm ; 450g Provenance: From the private collection of a Somerset gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed before 2000 on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 247
Ca. 202BC-220AD. A beautiful pottery duck standing on its detailed bronze legs which support a globular, squat body and a short neck terminating in a orange coloured head with a beak and open, attentive eyes. The body is decorated with blue and red, imitating the bird's plumage. The Han Dynasty, which ruled between 202 BC-220 AD, brought great prosperity and stability to China, reigning over a golden age of classical Chinese civilisation during which China saw major advances including the widespread development of a monetary economy and the invention of paper, as well as much progress in the decorative arts. This piece has been precisely dated by means of a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla, an independent German Laboratory. The samples collected date the piece to the period reflected in its style, whilst also showing no modern trace elements. The TL certificate with its full report will accompany this lot. Size: L:135mm / W:130mm ; 600g Provenance: UK private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong.
Lot 278
Ca. 3000-2000 BC.A shallow terracotta bowl in a deep amber colour standing on a ring foot. The interior is decorated with circumferential bands. The Indus civilization, also called the Harappan civilization, is the earliest known urban culture of the Indian subcontinent and was an important Bronze Age culture that arose around ca. 3300 BC and lasted until ca. 1300 BC. It extended from modern-day northeast Afghanistan to Pakistan and northwest India.Size: L:100mm / W:300mm ; 1.25kgProvenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.
Lot 279
Ca. 3000-2000 BC.A cream-coloured terracotta vessel with a hemispherical body and a flattened ring base. The interior of the pot is divided into nine registers with the central one depicting a zebu bull, to his left and right are smaller registers with birds, above and below are ones with peepal trees, and the other cells are filled with diagonal lines composition. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in ca. 3300 BC and lasted until ca. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. Cf. N. Satyawadi, 1994. Proto-Historic Pottery of the Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, New Delhi.Size: L:70mm / W:210mm ; 404gProvenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.
Lot 280
Ca. 3000-2000 BC.A shallow terracotta bowl in a deep amber colour standing on a ring foot. The interior is decorated with concentric panels featuring geometric motifs. The Indus civilization, also called the Harappan civilization, is the earliest known urban culture of the Indian subcontinent and was an important Bronze Age culture that arose around ca. 3300 BC and lasted until ca. 1300 BC. It extended from modern-day northeast Afghanistan to Pakistan and northwest India. The nuclear dates of the civilization appear to be about 2500-1700 BC, though the southern sites may have lasted later into the 2nd millennium BC. Its heyday, to which this kind of ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. Large numbers of ceramic vessels decorated with black slip have been found among the sophisticated urban settlements of South Asia's protohistoric Indus Valley civilization. To find out more about the Indus civilisation and its material culture, see Possehl, Gregory L., 2002. The Indus Civilization: a Contemporary Perspective. Walnut Creek, CA: AltaMira Pres.Size: L:100mm / W:280mm ; 1.11kgProvenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.
Lot 283
Ca. 3000-2000 BC.A cream-coloured painted terracotta vessel with a bulbous body and a flat base. The exterior of the pot is painted with a pair of crouching tigers between peepal trees. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. Cf. N. Satyawadi, 1994. Proto-Historic Pottery of the Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, New Delhi.Size: L:90mm / W:160mm ; 452gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 298
Ca. 3000-2000 BC.An excellent example of an Indus Valley civilisation plate with a truncated conical base and a wide, but shallow body. The interior features a border of black linear patterns surrounding a central rondel with a bird. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. Representations of mortal women are rare in Indus Valley Civilisation Art, indicating that the individual depicted here is probably a goddess. Cf. N. Satyawadi, 1994. Proto-Historic Pottery of the Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, New Delhi.Size: L:40mm / W:140mm ; 176gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 299
Ca. 3000-2000 BC.A terracotta plate with a wide, but shallow body, resting upon a circular, flat base. The interior features a border of black linear pattern surrounding a central rondel with a bird. The Indus Valley Civilisation was an important Bronze Age culture which arose in c. 3300 BC and lasted until c. 1300, though its heyday, to which this ceramic vessel belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. Representations of mortal women are rare in Indus Valley Civilisation Art, indicating that the individual depicted here is probably a goddess. Cf. N. Satyawadi, 1994. Proto-Historic Pottery of the Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, New Delhi.Size: L:30mm / W:140mm ; 220gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 30
Ca. 100-300 AD.An Ancient Roman hollow-moulded bronze chariot fitting, comprising a rectangular-shaped pedestal, surmounted by a round-shaped fruit, possibly a pomegranate, flanked by two thick, round-section handles, each on one side. The handles feature a zoomorphic finial, possibly representing horses’ heads. Further enrichment includes an almost in the round cast bronze figure depicting the Roman god Bacchus. The deity is portrayed standing, in the classical contrapposto pose, lifting his left hand up to his head, while the right hand holds a drinking vessel. Bacchus is portrayed nude, only wearing a light nebris which falls from his right shoulders to his left hip. Facial and anatomical features are rendered in an extremely naturalistic manner, with much attention given towards details.Size: L:160mm / W:165mm; 2.2kgProvenance: Property of a North London professional; previously acquired on the UK art market in early 1990s.
Lot 329
Ca. 2300-2000 BC.A round bronze seal with a flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The outer edge is scalloped. The design, which is compartmented and open-work consists of a central rosette with ten petals, within an inner band, beyond which are 14 scallops forming the outer band. It is a large example with a fine design and is generally in very good condition. The whole thing is very slightly bent. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert. Size: L:66mm / W:66mm ; 48gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Lot 330
Ca. 2300-2000 BC.A round bronze seal, with a flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The Design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a Greek cross in the middle, each arm of which connects with the outer band by a rough oblong. The quarters thus created are filled with a small circle in the middle between the two arms of the cross, and then a band of two followed by a band of three irregular shapes reaching to the outer band. The surface now has some incrustation which could be removed, and the object generally is in good condition. Accompanied by a signed scholarly note by Professor Wilfrid George Lambert. Size: L:50mm / W:50mm ; 30gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; formerly with a Mayfair Art dealer S.A.; ex. 1990s London collections, studied and catalogued by professor Lambert in the early 90s (with original note, signed by him). Previously in an old British collection formed since the 1960s.
Lot 340
Ca. 800-500 BC.A bronze wine bowl with a flaring rim; a lustrous bronze surface persists on the interior, while a brilliant patina enhances the entire surface. This gorgeous piece attests to the highly skilled craftsmanship of ancient Western Asia, where artisans worked to create intricate tableware for use in elaborate banquets. Banqueting was a major part of the aristocratic culture in antiquity and required a range of specialised utensils and vessels such as this one. Such items could also have religious purposes, used when making offerings to the gods.Size: L:35mm / W:100mm ; 85gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 341
Ca. 400-600 AD.A beautiful bronze vessel with a globular body and ribbed neck. The body is round and smooth; the neck is long and decorated forming a flat rim. The vessel is made of a bronze alloy also known as speculum which has a high tin content resulting in less oxidation and beautiful smooth surface. The vessel was probably used to hold wine. Very fine condition and patina. Size: L:127mm / W:93mm; 262g.Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1990s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 345
Ca. 800-500 BC.A bronze libation bowl of hemispherical body and stepped-in rim. An attractive, lustrous patina has formed across the vessel. Bowls of this kind were used for pouring libations to the gods and for drinking on more ordinary occasions.Size: L:55mm / W:145mm ; 235gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 347
Ca. 800-500 BC.A hammered bronze bowl with a hemispherical body. The bowl sits on a convex base, from which its walls raise rendering an elegant continuously-curved profile. Nicely patinated surface.Size: L:55mm / W:130mm ; 210gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 349
Ca. 800-500 BC.A bronze libation bowl of hemispherical body fashioned from a hammered bronze sheet. The interior is richly ornamented with incised ring-and-dot designs. Bowls of this kind were used for pouring libations to the gods and for drinking on more ordinary occasions.Size: L:35mm / W:90mm ; 45gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 35
Late Period, Ca. 664-332 BC.Modelled in bronze, Osiris is depicted in a mummiform pose with a broad wesekh collar, his hands emerging from his waist, holding a crook and flail, representing kingship and fertility of the land. His head seating the Atef crown with uraeus facing outwards, protecting Osiris with ever-staring eyes. His face is well-defined with delicate, modelled features, his chin with stylised, false, braided beard; on an integral base. For a similar see The Metropolitan Museum of Art: Accession Number: 74.51.5583.Size: L:130mm / W:33mm ; With stand: 185gProvenance: From a London private family collection, formerly acquired on the UK art market in the 1960s - 1970s; then passed by descent.
Lot 350
Ca. 224-651 AD.A bronze boat-shaped bowl with a straight rim, rounded body, and base. For a similar example see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number 49.112.1.Size: L:50mm / W:205mm ; 310gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 359
Ca. 600-400 BC.An iron sword with a broad tapering blade, which terminates in a point, rectangular bronze grip with a lobed lower guard, bar pommel. Excellent condition.Size: L:304mm / W:50mm ; 205gProvenance: Property of London Gallery; formerly in Mr. D. Fleay collection, London, 1990s-2010s.
Lot 360
Ca. 2000-700 BC.A bronze axe head with a short, curved blade, tapering cheek, and a wedge-shaped adze to the rear. The shaft long and cylindrical. An axe such as this one would have been an important symbol of rank, and have served a purpose in warfare, but also in religious contexts as axes were common votive offerings in shrines. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:110mm / W:270mm ; 2.11kgProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 361
Ca. 2000-700 BC. A rare type of bronze double-bladed axe with a reinforced poll and socket; an elongated wedge-shaped cheek and a short blade project from either end of the poll, allowing either end to be used to deliver a devastating blow. This item comes with a custom-made display stand. Size: L:55mm / W:190mm ; 305g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 362
Ca. 900-700 BC.A finely modelled Western Asiatic cast bronze double axe head, composed of a cylindrical, decorated socket, a curved axe blade and an adze blade to the rear. Below the blade, there is a small loop. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:115mm / W:200mm ; 410gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
Lot 363
Ca. 1200-700 BC.A fine example of a cast bronze mace head with a flat tip, the cylindrical body - probably placed around a wooden or less decorated metal staff into the socket beneath the mace head. It features three neat rows of spikes running horizontally down the piece. The head terminates in a reinforced, rounded socket. Bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, mace heads, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual contexts. An axe head such as this one would have been an important symbol of rank, and have served a purpose in warfare, but also in religious contexts as mace heads were common votive offerings in shrines. This item comes with a custom-made display stand.Size: L:175mm / W:70mm ; 575gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
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