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Ca. 1100-1300 ADA bronze finger ring with a round band, flared shoulders with ribbed decoration, and a circular bezel decorat

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Lot 386

Ca. 1100-1300 ADA bronze finger ring with a round band, flared shoulders with ribbed decoration, and a circular bezel decorated with the star of Bethlehem. The star of Bethlehem, a recurrent decorating motif in Medieval jewellery, is a powerful symbol of Christian tradition. According to the Gospel of Matthew (2: 1– 2), three wise men from the East (the Magi) travelled to Jerusalem guided by the Bethlehem star to greet the King of the Jews, i.e. Jesus.Size: D: 18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; 14.18gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 200-300 ADA bronze patera handle decorated with a stag displaying tall stylised antlers, facing right towards a canine, w

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Lot 230

Ca. 200-300 ADA bronze patera handle decorated with a stag displaying tall stylised antlers, facing right towards a canine, who is standing upright on all four paws with tail elevated.Size: L:111mm / W:81mm ; 191.26gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1000 ADA bronze finger ring comprising a thin round-section hoop and a circular bezel decorated with a winged figure of a

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Lot 308

Ca. 1000 ADA bronze finger ring comprising a thin round-section hoop and a circular bezel decorated with a winged figure of an angel with a staff, standing robed and nimbate. For the same ring type, but in gold see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: L.2015.72.49.Size: D: 19.35mm / US: 9 1/2 / UK: S 1/2; 5gProvenance: Formerly in a collection of W. Victor Hruby, 1984.

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Ca. 100-300 ADAn Ancient Roman bronze fork possibly a medical instrument or utilitarian oyster fork comprised of a long shaft

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Lot 215

Ca. 100-300 ADAn Ancient Roman bronze fork possibly a medical instrument or utilitarian oyster fork comprised of a long shaft in bronze, ending into a fork like terminal with two teeth. It is likely that such a tool was used to perform medical operations in Antiquity, possibly to extract arrowheads from the wounded body. For comparable see Christie's, lot 4, Oct 13, 2008. The Metropolitan Museum 74.51.5485. Size: L:217mm / W:22.9mm ; 39.15gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 900-1100 ADA bronze cruciform pendant with suspension loop. The obverse depicts a smaller cross in relief; the reverse is

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Lot 365

Ca. 900-1100 ADA bronze cruciform pendant with suspension loop. The obverse depicts a smaller cross in relief; the reverse is undecorated. The Cross, the principal symbol of Christianity, recalls the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death.Size: L:38mm / W:21mm ; 4.74gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1250-650 BCA bronze terminal for a whetstone in the form of an ibex with small triangular head, long recurved horns, larg

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Lot 442

Ca. 1250-650 BCA bronze terminal for a whetstone in the form of an ibex with small triangular head, long recurved horns, large discoid eyes and lanceolate ears, lying in a recumbent pose underneath a socket with forelegs folded back along the underside of the socket. On the opposite end a stylised zoomorphic beast. Size: L:122mm / W:91mm ; 480gProvenance: Private London collection (B.A.); formerly acquired in the 1970s from John Lees collection.

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Ca. 1st Millennium BCA bronze incense burner with well defined decoration to the handle and pan. The underside decorated with

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Lot 426

Ca. 1st Millennium BCA bronze incense burner with well defined decoration to the handle and pan. The underside decorated with motifs including small floral shaped patterns; on the front the burner is a large stylised floral palmette. The handle with three bands of incised decoration.Size: L:260mm / W:117mm; 1.6kgProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1100-540 BCA finely cast Elamite bronze dagger, comprising a triangular-shaped, double-edged blade with raised mid-rib an

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Lot 428

Ca. 1100-540 BCA finely cast Elamite bronze dagger, comprising a triangular-shaped, double-edged blade with raised mid-rib and a flanged, hollowed hilt. For a comparison see: The British Museum 136084.Size: L:369mm / W:47mm ; 390gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 1-200 ADA bronze applique in a form of a female theatrical mask. The face with large glass inlaid eyes, parted lips, and

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Lot 200

Ca. 1-200 ADA bronze applique in a form of a female theatrical mask. The face with large glass inlaid eyes, parted lips, and arching brows. Her hair in locks aside and a high propoloma crowning her head. Hollow to the underside. For similar applique see Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, item 354.Size: L:41.1mm / W:38.6mm ; 29gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 400-600 ADGroup of three Byzantine bronze square-shaped weights including a three uncia, the face engraved with the lette

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Lot 400

Ca. 400-600 ADGroup of three Byzantine bronze square-shaped weights including a three uncia, the face engraved with the letters for Gamma, flanked by a central cross, enclosed in a wreath. For a comparison see: Bendall, S.; Byzantine Weights, p. 28-29.Size: L:Set of 3: 23-35mm / W:24-35mm ; 180gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 900-1100 ADA bronze pendant in a form of a cross patoncé with four equal-length arms meeting in a disc at the centre. Eac

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Lot 388

Ca. 900-1100 ADA bronze pendant in a form of a cross patoncé with four equal-length arms meeting in a disc at the centre. Each arm flares towards the pointed finial. The obverse embellished with niello decoration. A suspension loop projects from the top. The cross, the principal symbol of Christianity, recalls the crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the Christian faith.Size: L:33mm / W:28mm ; 4.85gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.

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Han dynasty, Ca. 202 BC - 220 AD lovely pottery bird standing on its stylised, well-defined bronze legs which support a glob

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Lot 476

Han dynasty, Ca. 202 BC - 220 AD lovely pottery bird 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 pink beak and open attentive eyes. The body is decorated with brown and red plumage and a black tail.This piece has been precisely dated having undergone Thermo Luminescence analysis 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. Its TL certificate with full report will also accompany this lot. Report no 04PR8062022.Size: L:143mm / W:194mm ; 395g. Provenance: East Anglian private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong.

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Third Intermediate Period to Late Period, Ca. 1070 - 343 BC Each eye ever watching, from a separate anthropoid sarcophagus, b

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Lot 16

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 482gProvenance: Property of a London Art Gallery; formerly in a Private New York city collection, acquired from Archeological Center Tel Aviv Israel.

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Ca. 100 BC - 100 ADA bronze snake-shaped bracelet with carefully modelled head, incised scale details and tapering tail. Snak

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Lot 220

Ca. 100 BC - 100 ADA bronze snake-shaped bracelet with carefully modelled head, incised scale details and tapering tail. Snake jewellery was not limited to Egypt in the Ptolemaic and Roman Periods, and, in fact, was not a traditional Egyptian sort of jewellery before the Ptolemaic Period. Jewellery decorated with snakes, appeared in Western Asia from about the eighth century BC, and spread to Greece in the fifth century BC, and came to Egypt mainly with the Ptolemaic Dynasty. In Greek culture there were certainly healing associations with snakes, but there may have been other associations, too.Size: L:43.1mm / W:70.7mm ; 55.34gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1-300 ADA bronze pendant comprising a phallus, testes, and scrotum, flanked by two protruding arms, one in the shape of a

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Lot 201

Ca. 1-300 ADA bronze pendant comprising a phallus, testes, and scrotum, flanked by two protruding arms, one in the shape of a phallus and one in the shape of an arm and fist. Phallic charms, often winged, were ubiquitous in Roman culture and relate to the fascinus or fascinum which was the embodiment of the divine phallus.Size: L:44mm / W:61.7mm ; 23.57gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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New Kingdom, Ca. 1479-1425 BCAn exciting cast bronze leaf-shaped spearhead, featuring a short socket and a raised mid-rib ins

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Lot 20

New Kingdom, Ca. 1479-1425 BCAn exciting cast bronze leaf-shaped spearhead, featuring a short socket and a raised mid-rib inscribed on both side with "Nes-ba-neb-djeded (= Smendes in the Greek form of this name), son of Men-kheper-re". Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. For comparisons of similar spear heads see: W. F. Petries 1917: “Tools and weapons illustrated by the Egyptian collection in University college, London, and 2,000 outlines from other sources”. British School of Archaeology 30. London. Size: L:200mm / W:19mm ; 75.37gProvenance: Property of a private collector; formerly in Zurqieh collection, acquired in Cairo in 1950s.

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Ca. 1200 ADAn ancient Medieval Seljuk bronze ring with oval-shaped bezel mounted with carnelian intaglio with calligraphy. Fo

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Lot 406

Ca. 1200 ADAn ancient Medieval Seljuk bronze ring with oval-shaped bezel mounted with carnelian intaglio with calligraphy. For a similar intaglio see: The British Museum 1880.3636.Size: D: 16.51mm / US: 6 / UK: L 1/2; 6.26gProvenance: Property of a private London collector, acquired pre 2000.

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Ca. 900-700 BCAn extremely fine and ancient Elamite bronze sword featuring a thin sharp blade with pair of prominent midribs

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Lot 470

Ca. 900-700 BCAn extremely fine and ancient Elamite bronze sword featuring a thin sharp blade with pair of prominent midribs decoratively conjoining to the cylindrical hilt. The hilt is decorated with triangular motifs which continue up to the guard; a pronounced disc sits midway. The grip swells into a large spherical pommel which balances the weight of the weapon. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:544mm / W:71.5mm ; 780gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 100-200 ADA bronze ring with a circular incised hoop and an applied irregular-shaped bezel decorated with an engraved lit

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Lot 233

Ca. 100-200 ADA bronze ring with a circular incised hoop and an applied irregular-shaped bezel decorated with an engraved lituus motif. The lituus was a curved wand or staff used by Roman augurs (seers) and priests during religious rites, suggesting this gorgeous item originally belonged to a priest.Size: D: 14.36mm / US: 3 3/8 / UK: G; 16.94gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 1550-1200 BCA bronze idol depicting the ancient Canaanite Smiting God, standing with his feet together, the right arm rai

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Lot 427

Ca. 1550-1200 BCA bronze idol depicting the ancient Canaanite Smiting God, standing with his feet together, the right arm raised, the lower projecting forward, holding a spear, both hands fisted. The bronze idol is wearing a conical headpiece and a short-sleeved V-necked garment, the broad belt with a vertical tab descending to the hem in front, his face with large almond-shaped eyes defined by incision, a prominent nose, protruding lips and a pointed chin, his ears perforated, a large tenon below the feet. For similar see: O. Negbi; Canaanite Gods in Metal, pp. 29-41, for related Canaanite smiting gods.Size: L:100mm / W:45.5mm ; 47.05gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1100-1300 ADA bronze finger ring with a round band, decorated shoulders with ribbed decoration, and a circular bezel deco

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Lot 396

Ca. 1100-1300 ADA bronze finger ring with a round band, decorated shoulders with ribbed decoration, and a circular bezel decorated with the star of Bethlehem. The star of Bethlehem, a recurrent decorating motif in Medieval jewellery, is a powerful symbol of Christian tradition. According to the Gospel of Matthew (2: 1– 2), three wise men from the East (the Magi) travelled to Jerusalem guided by the Bethlehem star to greet the King of the Jews, i.e. Jesus.Size: D: 16.71mm / US: 6 1/4 / UK: M; 7gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 2500-1800 BCAn Indus Valley square seal in white steatite; Indus valley signs in a formal script slightly slanting left,

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Lot 444

Ca. 2500-1800 BCAn Indus Valley square seal in white steatite; Indus valley signs in a formal script slightly slanting left, unicorn standing left facing an altar, with double loop handle. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum 49.40.1. Cf. Pittman, Holly. 1984. Art of the Bronze Age: Southeastern Iran, Western Central Asia, and the Indus Valley. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, pp. 83-84, fig. 38a.Size: L:20.1mm / W:20.6mm ; 5.61gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1100-540 BCA finely cast Elamite bronze dagger, comprising a triangular-shaped, double-edged blade with raised mid-rib an

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Lot 451

Ca. 1100-540 BCA finely cast Elamite bronze dagger, comprising a triangular-shaped, double-edged blade with raised mid-rib and a flanged, hollowed hilt. For a comparison see: The British Museum 136084Size: L:420mm / W:61mm ; 315gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 100-300 ADA small and nicely detailed bronze figurine of a barefooted Serapis - a syncretic deity of Hellenistic Egypt, c

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Lot 228

Ca. 100-300 ADA small and nicely detailed bronze figurine of a barefooted Serapis - a syncretic deity of Hellenistic Egypt, combining the features of some Egyptian and Greek gods. He is depicted in a standing posture, wearing a robe and modius crown. His bearded face is framed by a coiffure of curly hair. Both hands raised, elbows bent.Size: L:67.2mm / W:34.1mm ; 37.07gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 100 BC - 100 AD An attractive hollow-cast bronze naturalistically modeled protome of a forepart of a bull with upward-cur

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Lot 109

Ca. 100 BC - 100 AD An attractive hollow-cast bronze naturalistically modeled protome of a forepart of a bull with upward-curving horns, erect ears, and finely detailed face features including nostrils, mouth, and heavy-lidded eyes. The forelegs are bent and hang down. This item may have been used as a chariot or furniture ornament decoration. Size: L:143mm / W:145mm ; 1.10kg Provenance: Private London collection (B.A.); formerly acquired in the 1970s from John Lees collection.

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Ca. 1100-540 BCA finely cast Elamite bronze dagger, comprising a triangular-shaped, double-edged blade with raised mid-rib an

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Lot 439

Ca. 1100-540 BCA finely cast Elamite bronze dagger, comprising a triangular-shaped, double-edged blade with raised mid-rib and a flanged, hollowed hilt. For a comparison see: The British Museum 136084.Size: L:47mm / W:73mm ; 390gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 1800-600 BCA fine ancient Luristan cast bronze pin, displaying a needle-shaped body terminating in an ibex head. The anim

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Lot 431

Ca. 1800-600 BCA fine ancient Luristan cast bronze pin, displaying a needle-shaped body terminating in an ibex head. The animal is modelled in a stylised manner with emphasized facial features, such as eras, nose and long horns. Joined by a later metal link chain by ancient Medes, an Indo-European group that eventually dominated Persia.Size: L:123mm / W:463mm ; 138.51gProvenance: Private London collection ( B.A); formerly acquired in the 1970s from John Lees collection.

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Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze brooch in a form of a swastika with four stylised horse head terminals, and a catch-plate on the rever

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Lot 216

Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze brooch in a form of a swastika with four stylised horse head terminals, and a catch-plate on the reverse. The swastika was a symbol of lightning bolts in Roman art and is therefore associated with the thunder god, Jupiter. For more information on Roman brooches see Richard Hattatt. 2000. A Visual Catalogue of Richard Hattatt's Ancient Brooches. Oxbow Books.Size: L:37.4mm / W:37.5mm ; 13.5gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 100-200 ADA bronze plate brooch with an openwork design of a she-wolf suckling twins Romulus and Remus, standing on a bas

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Lot 232

Ca. 100-200 ADA bronze plate brooch with an openwork design of a she-wolf suckling twins Romulus and Remus, standing on a baseline. Catch and pin to the reverse.Size: L:19.5mm / W:28.7mm ; 6.12gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1000-1500 ADA bronze finger ring comprised of a circular hoop, flat inside and rounded on the outside, and an applied rec

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Lot 364

Ca. 1000-1500 ADA bronze finger ring comprised of a circular hoop, flat inside and rounded on the outside, and an applied rectangular-shaped bezel adorned with a Templar style cross with split ends.Size: D: 17.32mm / US: 7 / UK: N 1/2; 2.69gProvenance: Formerly in a collection of W. Victor Hruby, 1984.

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Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze ring fragment featuring a large oval banded agate intaglio, finely incised with the likeness of a phil

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Lot 260

Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze ring fragment featuring a large oval banded agate intaglio, finely incised with the likeness of a philosopher, possibly Socrates, his portrait head in profile facing left, presenting a bald pate, short hair above the ear and behind the head, with one wide open eye beneath an arching brow, a prominent nose, and generous beard and mustache framing his mouth.For a comparable see, Christie's, NY, Dec 10, 2013Size: D: mm / US: 27.4 / UK: 14.4; 5.16gProvenance: Formerly in a collection of W. Victor Hruby, 1984.

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Ca. 900-1200 ADA bronze signet ring comprising a narrow band and a circular seal inscribed with five cross symbols. The symbo

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Lot 385

Ca. 900-1200 ADA bronze signet ring comprising a narrow band and a circular seal inscribed with five cross symbols. The symbol is depicted in reverse, so the ring could be used to imprint the insignia in its proper form in wax. The ring features some light green patination across its surface.Size: D: 17.53mm / US: 7 1/4 / UK: O; 5.46gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca. 100-300 ADA cast-bronze oil lamp. The elegant formed handle conjoins the lamp to the foot with a curved rounded handle fo

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Lot 262

Ca. 100-300 ADA cast-bronze oil lamp. The elegant formed handle conjoins the lamp to the foot with a curved rounded handle forming a straight handle to the foot. The foot is conical shaped tapering into a narrow body decorated with a central raised rounded rib, either side of this, are two sets of three lines running parallel around the body. The tapering body connects to a round lamp with three nozzles with raised rims. Scholars believe that bronze lamps, with their increased cost over pottery lamps, were most likely a kind of heirloom, and were also probably reserved for the richest households.Size: L:216mm / W:172mm ; 1.21KgProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 200-300 ADAn Ancient Roman cast bronze signet ring, composed of a round hoop, and an oval bezel. The bezel is engraved wi

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Lot 244

Ca. 200-300 ADAn Ancient Roman cast bronze signet ring, composed of a round hoop, and an oval bezel. The bezel is engraved with a large cross with four evenly spaced swastikas. A dark green patina covers the majority of the ring. For other rings with swastikas see: Cf. Chadour, A.B., Rings. The Alice and Louis Koch Collection, volume I, Leeds, 1994.Size: D: 17.35mm / US: 7 / UK: O; 9.36gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Judean, Ca. 100 ADA bronze finger ring of a circular, flat-section hoop expanding to a nicely shaped bezel engraved with a si

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Lot 240

Judean, Ca. 100 ADA bronze finger ring of a circular, flat-section hoop expanding to a nicely shaped bezel engraved with a single palm branch. Further incised decoration covers the shoulders of the ring.Size: D: 18.61mm / US: 8 5/8 / UK: R; 6.06gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 600-800 ADA cruciform bronze pendant depicting a stylized Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. His arms and legs are outs

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Lot 397

Ca. 600-800 ADA cruciform bronze pendant depicting a stylized Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. His arms and legs are outstretched with nails driven through his hands, reflecting his suffering on the Cross.Size: L:42mm / W:20mm ; 4.27gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.

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CYPRIOT MIDDLE BRONZE AGE POTTERY JUG OR TANKARDMiddle Bronze Age, Ca. 1900-1650 BCA handsome red burnished pottery tankard o

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Lot 93

CYPRIOT MIDDLE BRONZE AGE POTTERY JUG OR TANKARDMiddle Bronze Age, Ca. 1900-1650 BCA handsome red burnished pottery tankard or jug with a bulbous lower body, and tapering cylindrical upper body/neck that terminates in a thick, overhung rim. A pierced lug handle seated between the body and the neck. A strap handle that rises above the rim is attached at the mouth and lower body. The body and neck is decorated with the four-pronged instrument design. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. For similar see decoration see: Desmond Morris, Art of Ancient Cyprus, p. 55, pl.60. For similar shape: p. 53, pl.55b. For similar see: Bonhams, lot 316, April 29, 2009.Size: L:235mm / W:165mm ; 825gProvenance: Property of a London gallery; formely in High Wycombe Estate collection; formerly acquired on the UK Art market.

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North East European Tribes, Ca. 100 BC - 200 ADA bronze brooch plaque comprising a transverse coiled spring attached to the t

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Lot 276

North East European Tribes, Ca. 100 BC - 200 ADA bronze brooch plaque comprising a transverse coiled spring attached to the trapezoidal body with an openwork design with geometric panels of red enamel inserts.Size: L:66mm / W:37mm ; 26.03gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 600-700 ADA bronze ring of a round thin hoop, slightly expanding towards the bezel featuring an engraved image of Virgin

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Lot 373

Ca. 600-700 ADA bronze ring of a round thin hoop, slightly expanding towards the bezel featuring an engraved image of Virgin Hodegetria, an iconographic depiction of Virgin Mary holding the Child Jesus on her left shoulder, with a dignified gesture of her right hand pointing at him as the path of salvation. For similar example see The Walters Art Gallery, Zucker Family Collection, No. TL 10.1985.056.Size: D: 18.54mm / US: 8 1/2 / UK: Q 1/2; 5.96gProvenance: Formerly in a collection of W. Victor Hruby, 1984.

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Ca. 1000-800 BCA pair of Elamite daggers with bronze hilts and iron blades; From left a bronze hilt with bifurcated crescenti

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Lot 465

Ca. 1000-800 BCA pair of Elamite daggers with bronze hilts and iron blades; From left a bronze hilt with bifurcated crescentic pommel with knopped terminals, to the right, dagger complete with blade, wit a bifurcated crescentic pommel with knopped terminals, the waisted hilt with ridged decoration, the iron blade tapering to the tip. See Khorasani, M.M. Arms and Armour from Iran. The Bronze Age to the End of the Qajar Period, Tübingen, 2006 for discussion.Size: L:Set of 2: 186-389mm / W:20-40mm ; 500gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 900-1100 ADA bronze cruciform pendant with scalloped arms and an integral circular suspension loop. The obverse embellish

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Lot 377

Ca. 900-1100 ADA bronze cruciform pendant with scalloped arms and an integral circular suspension loop. The obverse embellished with incised motifs including a small cross at the junction. Undecorated reverse. The Cross, the principal symbol of Christianity, recalling the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The cross is thus a sign both of Christ himself and of the faith of Christians.Size: L:34mm / W:24mm ; 3.56gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.

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Lot 239

Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze finger ring of a circular hoop with a carinated profile and a round, flat bezel with extensive incised decoration in the form of a five-petaled flower; further incised linear motifs cover the ring's shoulders.Size: D: 16.92mm / US: 6 1/2 / UK: N; 5.7gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 1200 ADAn ancient Medieval Seljuk bronze cast stamp seal matrix with a hexagonal shaft, collar and suspension loop decora

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Lot 399

Ca. 1200 ADAn ancient Medieval Seljuk bronze cast stamp seal matrix with a hexagonal shaft, collar and suspension loop decorated with centralised calligraphy.Size: L:30mm / W:11mm ; 9.94gProvenance: Property of a private London collector, acquired pre 2000.

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Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze cochlearium with 'swan-neck' junction; facetted, round-section tapering shank; shallow bowl shaped lik

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Lot 199

Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze cochlearium with 'swan-neck' junction; facetted, round-section tapering shank; shallow bowl shaped like a flask in profile; decorated terminal in the shape of a stag head with long curled horns. Cf. Riha, E., & Stern, W.B., Die Römischen Löffel aus Augst und Kaiseraugst, Forschungen, in August 5, 1982.Size: L:245mm / W:39.2mm ; 50gProvenance: Private London collection (B.A.); formerly acquired in the 1970s from John Lees collection.

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First Intermediate Period, Ca. 2160-2055 BCAn ancient Egyptian bronze or copper alloy minb axe blade comprising of a semi-cir

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Lot 50

First Intermediate Period, Ca. 2160-2055 BCAn ancient Egyptian bronze or copper alloy minb axe blade comprising of a semi-circular head and attachment lugs and either end of a flat edge. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. For similar see: Cf. W. C. Hayes, The Scepter of Egypt, vol. I, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, 1953, pp. 282-283, fig. 185.Size: L:120mm / W:130mm ; 710gProvenance: Property of a private collector; Ex. English private collection.

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Ca.100-300 ADAn Ancient Roman T-shaped bronze strap handle with a crescent rim and curved, volute shank. The shank extends in

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Lot 115

Ca.100-300 ADAn Ancient Roman T-shaped bronze strap handle with a crescent rim and curved, volute shank. The shank extends into a thumb-pad featuring the depiction of Cupid. His youthful head in profile. The figure has incredibly delicate features, such as finely coiffured hair and chubby cheeks, which are attributes characteristic of Cupid. The reverse is hollow with a rivet for attachments This handle most likely came from a wine flask.Size: L:190mm / W:95mm ; 24gProvenance: Private London collection; formerly in a Swiss family collection, acquired in the 1980s and 1990s.

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Ca. 600-800 ADA cruciform bronze pendant depicting a stylized Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. His arms and legs are outs

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Lot 410

Ca. 600-800 ADA cruciform bronze pendant depicting a stylized Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. His arms and legs are outstretched with nails driven through his hands, reflecting his suffering on the Cross.Size: L:42mm / W:20mm ; 5.44gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 600-800 ADA bronze cruciform pendant of Latin type with a longer descending arm. The obverse embellished with incised mot

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Lot 398

Ca. 600-800 ADA bronze cruciform pendant of Latin type with a longer descending arm. The obverse embellished with incised motifs including a small cross at the junction. Undecorated reverse. A suspension loop projects from the top.Size: L:36mm / W:21mm ; 3.27gProvenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze ring of a flat-section hoop expanding to a large bezel with a beaded border, bearing the image of styl

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Lot 213

Ca. 100-300 ADA bronze ring of a flat-section hoop expanding to a large bezel with a beaded border, bearing the image of stylised thunderbolt - the symbol of the god Jupiter (Greek Zeus).Size: D: 19.1mm / US: 9 1/8 / UK: S; 8.62gProvenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 600-700 ADA matched pair of openwork gold earrings in a crescent shape, decorated with extensive granulation and tendrils

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Lot 319

Ca. 600-700 ADA matched pair of openwork gold earrings in a crescent shape, decorated with extensive granulation and tendrils. Byzantium was justly famous for the elegance of its jewellery, whether in precious metals for the aristocracy or in bronze for people further down the social ladder. The item has undergone X-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements.Size: L:Set of 2: 30-33mm / W:28-29mm ; 8.53gProvenance: Property of a Mayfair London Gallery; formerly from an old British collection formed since 1980s.

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Ca. 900-1100 ADA heavy bronze bracelet with punched geometric decoration; terminals shaped as dragon heads represented by con

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Lot 411

Ca. 900-1100 ADA heavy bronze bracelet with punched geometric decoration; terminals shaped as dragon heads represented by concentric eyes. In Viking society, arm rings and bracelets were not just decorative, but also served to mark bonds of loyalty between a lord and his followers in a culture where honour was a matter of life and death. Such items were also given to young men to mark their coming of age and bracelets of precious metals were also used as currency in a time before the widespread availability of coinage.Size: L:54mm / W:48mm ; 15.28gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.

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Ca. 100-200 ADA bronze plate brooch formed as a frog with its legs bent. The D-shaped head with inlaid dark glass eyes. The u

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Lot 218

Ca. 100-200 ADA bronze plate brooch formed as a frog with its legs bent. The D-shaped head with inlaid dark glass eyes. The upper and lower body consist of triangular-shaped recessed panels which would have originally contained coloured enamel inserts. The pin and catchplate to the reverse. Cf. Hattatt, R. Brooches of Antiquity, Oxford, 1987.Size: L:32.7mm / W:19.7mm ; 7.1gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.

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drei Siegel, China Qing DynastieBronze mit verschiedenen SchriftzeichenMaße: 5 cm x 5,5 cm x 5,5 cm /2 cm x 2,5 cm x 2,5 cm u

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Lot 241

drei Siegel, China Qing DynastieBronze mit verschiedenen SchriftzeichenMaße: 5 cm x 5,5 cm x 5,5 cm /2 cm x 2,5 cm x 2,5 cm und 3,5 cm x 5 cm x 1,5 cm

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Dreibein- GefäßVietnam Han-Viet Periode 1.-3. Jhd.Bronze mit archäologischer Patina, H: 23,5 cm,siehe auch Vergleich: Auktion

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Lot 199

Dreibein- GefäßVietnam Han-Viet Periode 1.-3. Jhd.Bronze mit archäologischer Patina, H: 23,5 cm,siehe auch Vergleich: Auktionshaus Cornette de Saint Cyr- Art Tribal- Arts de Asie, Auktion vom 17.11.2021Provenienz: alte Sammlung Norddeutschland

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Gilbert KRUFT (1939-2015)"Salome - Schleiertanz"Skulptur - Bronze/Muranoglas, im Bronzesockel LED Beleuchtung, Gesamthöhe: 48

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Lot 404

Gilbert KRUFT (1939-2015)"Salome - Schleiertanz"Skulptur - Bronze/Muranoglas, im Bronzesockel LED Beleuchtung, Gesamthöhe: 48,5 cm,am Stand der Skulptur monogrammiert und nummeriert Nr. 214/500

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Gilbert KRUFT (1939-2015)"ohne Titel",Skulptur - Bronze/Muranoglas, Gesamthöhe: 41,5 cm,auf der Plinthe monogrammiert, seitli

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Lot 405

Gilbert KRUFT (1939-2015)"ohne Titel",Skulptur - Bronze/Muranoglas, Gesamthöhe: 41,5 cm,auf der Plinthe monogrammiert, seitlich an der Plinthe nummeriert Nr. 189/500

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Hermann HIDDING (1863-1925)"Wasserträgerin"Bronze, Höhe ohne Sockel: 84 cm, auf der Plinthe signiert und datiert 1893

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Lot 382

Hermann HIDDING (1863-1925)"Wasserträgerin"Bronze, Höhe ohne Sockel: 84 cm, auf der Plinthe signiert und datiert 1893

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Rolf BIEBL (1951)"Angreiferin"Skulptur - Bronze, H: 33,5 cm,auf der Plinthe monogrammiert und datiert 05

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Lot 329

Rolf BIEBL (1951)"Angreiferin"Skulptur - Bronze, H: 33,5 cm,auf der Plinthe monogrammiert und datiert 05

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Gefäß Vietnam, Han-Viet Periode 1.-3. Jhd.Dieses Dreibein Gefäß wird oft fälschlicherweise als Lian (vietnamesisch liễn) bez

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Lot 201

Gefäß Vietnam, Han-Viet Periode 1.-3. Jhd.Dieses Dreibein Gefäß wird oft fälschlicherweise als Lian (vietnamesisch liễn) bezeichnet, also eineKosmetikdose mit ähnlicher Form. In Wirklichkeit handelt es sich jedoch um ein Gefäß zum Erhitzen von Jiuzun Wein. In den Han-Gräbern in Lạch Trường oder Đông Sơn stehen diese Gefäße im Vorraum neben den Weinschalen, den Vasen Hu und anderen Gegenständen, die für die Präsentation der Opferspeisen bestimmt sind.Sie sind zylindrisch geformt, haben einen gewölbten Deckel und stehen auf drei kleinenFüßen in Form von Bären und einem erhabenen Banddekor mit zwei Griffen in Form vonTaotie-Masken mit Ringen. Bronze, H: 26 cm, Ø 24 cm(guter Zustand)siehe auch Vergleich: Auktionshaus Cornette de Saint Cyr- Art Tribal- Arts de Asie, Auktion vom 17.11.2021Provenienz: alte Sammlung Norddeutschland

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Cloisonnevase China Qing DynastieBronze mit Cloisonnearbeit, mit floralem und Phönixdekor verziert, seitliche Handhaben in Fo

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Lot 191

Cloisonnevase China Qing DynastieBronze mit Cloisonnearbeit, mit floralem und Phönixdekor verziert, seitliche Handhaben in Form von Fabelwesen, H: 18 cm

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