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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a raised midrib and a

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Lot 467

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a raised midrib and a flat tang. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Superb condition. On custom stand.Size: L:596mm / W:48mm ; 390g; Provenance: Property of a central London Ancient Art Gallery; previously obtained from a British private collection formed in the 1990s.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a raised midrib frame

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Lot 468

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a raised midrib framed by delicate raised ridges on either side, and a flat tang. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Superb condition. On custom stand.Size: L:56mm / W:60mm ; 440g; Provenance: Property of a central London Ancient Art Gallery; previously obtained from a British private collection formed in the 1990s.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with d

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Lot 47

C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with delineated legs, curved arms outstretched, voluptuous breasts situated beneath an incised pectoral collar, and broad shoulders. The highly stylized face presents with impressed circular eyes, a narrow nose, slender lips, and tall forehead topped with a neatly arranged coiffure. 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 idol belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. These fertility figures are common in the Indus Valley, and likely represent offerings to a deity in exchange for fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Excellent condition.Size: L:125mm / W:40mm ; 100g; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a wide raised

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Lot 474

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a wide raised midrib and a short neck that transitions into a tang with a pointed terminal. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:140mm / W:20mm ; 20g; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a wide raised

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Lot 475

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a wide raised midrib and a short neck that transitions into a small tang with a pointed terminal. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:136mm / W:23mm ; 35g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a barbed, triangular blade with a short neck that tran

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Lot 476

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a barbed, triangular blade with a short neck that transitions into a a long tang with a pointed terminal. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:133mm / W:23mm ; 20g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a raised mi

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Lot 477

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a raised midrib and a short neck that transitions into a small tang with a pointed terminal. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:102mm / W:23mm ; 25g; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with d

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Lot 48

C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with delineated legs, curved arms outstretched, voluptuous breasts situated beneath an incised pectoral collar, and broad shoulders. The highly stylized face presents with impressed circular eyes, a narrow nose, slender lips, and tall forehead topped with a neatly arranged coiffure. 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. These fertility figures are common in the Indus Valley, and likely represent offerings to a deity in exchange for fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Good condition.Size: L:110mm / W:40mm ; 80g; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.

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C. 2000-700 BC. Bronze Age. A bronze battle axe with a short, curved blade, tapering cheek and wedge-shaped butt. Bronze weap

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Lot 483

C. 2000-700 BC. Bronze Age. A bronze battle axe with a short, curved blade, tapering cheek and wedge-shaped butt. Bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, axes, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context. 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. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:140mm / W:150mm ; 260g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; previously acquired in Germany.

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1200 â€“ 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular, bevelled blade; r

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Lot 490

1200 â€“ 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular, bevelled blade; raised midrib and a rectangular sectioned tang with a perforation for affixing a handle. From west Asia to Mainland Greece, bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual contexts. Superb condition with beautiful patina.Size: L:365mm / W:60mm ; 215g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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1200 â€“ 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast "Trojan" Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular, bevelled

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Lot 491

1200 â€“ 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast "Trojan" Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular, bevelled blade; raised midrib and round-section tang with pointed finial. From west Asia to Mainland Greece, bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual contexts. Superb condition with beautiful patina.Size: L:516mm / W:49mm ; 435g; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a raised midri

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Lot 501

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a raised midrib and a short neck that transitions into a small tang with a pointed terminal. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:112mm / W:24mm ; 25g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a lanceolate, lentoid sectioned blade with flaring sho

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Lot 502

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a lanceolate, lentoid sectioned blade with flaring shoulders, a raised midrib with incised decoration and a short neck that transitions into a tang. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:131mm / W:24mm ; 35g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a raised midri

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Lot 503

1200-700 BC, Greek Archaic Period. Bronze Age. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a raised midrib and a short neck that transitions into a small tang. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia, the Aegean, and Mainland Greece from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Greek Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition, on a custom-made stand; Size: L:129mm / W:21mm ; 30g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. Bronze macehead with spherical head, tapering shaft and flaring, circular aperture for the ins

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Lot 504

2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. Bronze macehead with spherical head, tapering shaft and flaring, circular aperture for the insertion of a wooden haft. Bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, maceheads, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context. A macehead 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 maceheads were common votive offerings in shrines. Superb condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:70mm / W:54mm ; 305g; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.

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2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. Bronze axe head with a short blade, a tapering cheek, a long, cylindrical haft and a flattened

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Lot 507

2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. Bronze axe head with a short blade, a tapering cheek, a long, cylindrical haft and a flattened, wedge-shaped butt. Bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, axes, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context. 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. Superb condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:175mm / W:152mm ; 395g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.

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2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. Bronze axe head with an elongated, slightly curved blade, a tapering cheek, a short, cylindric

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Lot 508

2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. Bronze axe head with an elongated, slightly curved blade, a tapering cheek, a short, cylindrical shaft covering and a wedge-shaped butt. Bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC when it was gradually replaced by iron. Swords, axes, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context. 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. Superb condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:73mm / W:160mm ; 735g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.

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600-330 BC. Western Asiatic, Achaemenid period. This stunning bronze bowl comprises a hemispherical body, flat base, and a fl

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Lot 521

600-330 BC. Western Asiatic, Achaemenid period. This stunning bronze bowl comprises a hemispherical body, flat base, and a flat rim. Bowls like this one were probably used for pouring libations to the gods as well as during feasting. The Achaemenid Empire (the first Persian empire) was an ancient empire founded by Cyrus the great and stretching from the Balkans and Eastern Europe to the Indus Valley and covering 5.5 million square kilometres at its height. This empire is also famous for being the antagonist of the Greek city states during the Greco-Persian wars. As well as fierce warriors, the Achaemenid empire produced fabulous works of art and craftsmanship, such as this bowl. Excellent condition, beautiful patina.Size: L:111mm / W:110mm ; 115g; Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.

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c. 550 BCâ€“31 BC, Achaemenid or Hellenistic. A rare Western Asiatic bronze bowl featuring flaring rim and hemispherical body

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Lot 553

c. 550 BCâ€“31 BC, Achaemenid or Hellenistic. A rare Western Asiatic bronze bowl featuring flaring rim and hemispherical body, ornamented with two rows of almond-shaped bosses in high relief arranged around a central rondel. The Achaemenid Empire (the first Persian empire) was an ancient empire founded by Cyrus the great and stretching from the Balkans and Eastern Europe to the Indus Valley and covering 5.5 million square kilometres at its height. This empire is also famous for being the antagonist of the Greek city states during the Greco-Persian wars. After Alexander the Great conquered the Achaemenid lands in the 4th century, Greek and Persian craftsmen continued the tradition of Achaemenid metalwork. This beautiful bowl may have been used on ritual occasions and during banqueting. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:35mm / W:145mm ; 270g; Provenance: Property of a professional London art expert; obtained from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

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C. 100-200 AD. Roman. A bronze cast figure of a winged cupid. Cupid is depicted as a child in the round, nude and winged. Ato

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Lot 562

C. 100-200 AD. Roman. A bronze cast figure of a winged cupid. Cupid is depicted as a child in the round, nude and winged. Atop his head is a full head of a carefully modelled, flowing hair. His facial expressions are well-delineated, with his fully developed nose and heavily lidded eyes creating a strangely adult countenance. His wings are outstretched in flight. His chubby arms and legs are outstretched, and his hands are open, as if grasping. A cylindrical peg projecting from his body would originally have been used to attach this figure to a piece of furniture or a larger bronze composition. Cupid is the god of desire, erotic love, attraction and affection; he is often depicted on Roman art as a symbolic representation of love. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:With Stand: 50mm / W:35mm ; 80g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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C. 100 BC. Late Hellenistic. A bronze phiale comprising a flaring rim and bulging hemispherical bowl with horizontal ribs. Ph

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Lot 592

C. 100 BC. Late Hellenistic. A bronze phiale comprising a flaring rim and bulging hemispherical bowl with horizontal ribs. Phiales were used for pouring libations to the gods as well as during feasting. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:45mm / W:130mm ; 230g; Provenance: Property of a central London Ancient Art Gallery; previously obtained from a British private collection formed in the 1990s.

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600-1 BC. Etruscan or Early Roman. A bronze hand-mirror with a circular pllate and elongated handle with engraved decoration.

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Lot 593

600-1 BC. Etruscan or Early Roman. A bronze hand-mirror with a circular pllate and elongated handle with engraved decoration. The Etruscans were an Italic people who occupied the area of modern Tuscany and neighbouring regions in Italy in the pre-Roman period, before coming into conflict and eventually being conquered by Rome. Mirrors such as this one would have been used by Etruscan or Roman noble ladies. Excellent condition; beautiful patina. On a custom stand.Size: L:375mm / W:110mm ; 115g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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C. 100-300 AD. Roman. A heavy bronze bell with an integral suspension loop. In the Roman world, bells, used in houses, temple

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Lot 594

C. 100-300 AD. Roman. A heavy bronze bell with an integral suspension loop. In the Roman world, bells, used in houses, temples and often also worn by animals, were thought to ward off evil spirits and offer protection against demons. Excellent condition; fantastic patina; on a custom stand. Size: L:95mm / W:50mm ; 75g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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100-300 AD. Roman. A beauitful bronze votive mirror, with a circular disk and rectangular handle with arched supports. The ob

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Lot 595

100-300 AD. Roman. A beauitful bronze votive mirror, with a circular disk and rectangular handle with arched supports. The obverse is covered with several concentric registers of moulded decoration, arranged around a central rondel. Votive mirrors were dedicated to the Roman gods, usually by women, as a way of thanking them for divine assistance or protection. Excellent condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:95mm / W:62mm ; 67g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca.960-1279 AD. Chinese Song Dynasty. A bronze vessel with a wide, raised mouth, broad, sloping shoulder, truncated conical b

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Lot 64

Ca.960-1279 AD. Chinese Song Dynasty. A bronze vessel with a wide, raised mouth, broad, sloping shoulder, truncated conical body and flat base; the body features a projecting fin which runs the entire circumference of the vessel; below this are two bands of engraved, linear decoration. The Song Dynasty, which ruled most of China between 960 and 1279 AD, was responsible for many innovations, including the first banknotes (paper money), as well as in the fine arts, as this beautiful bronze vessel exemplifies. This beautiful vessel may have been used for serving food, wine or other liquids on ritual occasions and during everyday life. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:55mm / W:70mm ; 165g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

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Ca.960-1279 AD. Chinese Song Dynasty. A bronze vessel with an out-turned rim, constricted neck, globular body, flaring foot a

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Lot 65

Ca.960-1279 AD. Chinese Song Dynasty. A bronze vessel with an out-turned rim, constricted neck, globular body, flaring foot and flat base. The shoulder, body and foot are ornamented with bands of engraved horizontal linear decoration. The Song Dynasty, which ruled most of China between 960 and 1279 AD, was responsible for many innovations, including the first banknotes (paper money), as well as in the fine arts, as this beautiful bronze vessel exemplifies. This beautiful vessel may have been used for serving food, wine or other liquids on ritual occasions and during everyday life. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:90mm / W:65mm ; 250g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

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Ca.960-1279 AD. Chinese Song Dynasty. A bronze strainer with an out-turned rim, truncated conical body and flat base featurin

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Lot 66

Ca.960-1279 AD. Chinese Song Dynasty. A bronze strainer with an out-turned rim, truncated conical body and flat base featuring numerous rounded perforations. The body is ornamented with two bands of engraved horizontal linear decoration. The Song Dynasty, which ruled most of China between 960 and 1279 AD, was responsible for many innovations, including the first banknotes (paper money), as well as in the fine arts, as this beautiful bronze strainer exemplifies. This beautiful vessel may have been used for preparing wine or other liquids on ritual occasions and during everyday life. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:35mm / W:65mm ; 80g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

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Ca. 1000 BC. Luristani. A stunning bronze vessel with an out-turned rim, slightly tapering neck, truncated conical body and f

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Lot 68

Ca. 1000 BC. Luristani. A stunning bronze vessel with an out-turned rim, slightly tapering neck, truncated conical body and flat base. The exterior is decorated with extensive engraved motifs, including repeating chevron and wave designs. This gorgeous piece attests to the highly skilled craftsmanship of ancient Western Asia, where artisans worked to create intricate tablewares for use in elaborate banquets. Banqueting was a major part of aristocratic culture in antiquity and required a range of specialised utensils and vessels such as this one. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:118mm / W:130mm ; 450g; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.

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ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. Circular bronze plate with broad lip and wide, flat base. The plate is covered with engraved decoration

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Lot 69

ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. Circular bronze plate with broad lip and wide, flat base. The plate is covered with engraved decoration picked out in silver inlay: the central rondel contains a bird surrounded by a corded border, which is enclosed by a register filled with geometric and floral motifs; the lip of the plate features extensive calligraphic motifs. The Seljuks were a Turkic dynasty who swept out of Central Asia in the early 10th century and conquered an enormous expanse, covering most or all of present-day Turkmenistan, Iran, Iraq, Turkey and beyond. After inflicting crushing military defeats on a host of rivals, the most famous of which was perhaps that against the Byzantines at the Battle of Manzikert in 1071, the Seljuk sultans became major patrons of art and architecture. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:23mm / W:224mm; ; 275g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

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ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. A rare bronze situla with a scalloped handle, short, bulging neck, out-flared body and rounded base. The

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Lot 70

ca. 1100 AD. Seljuk. A rare bronze situla with a scalloped handle, short, bulging neck, out-flared body and rounded base. The exterior bears an engraved calligraphic frieze below which sits a rondel featuring a (female?) figure and a horizontal corded band. This beautiful item may have been used for serving wine during banquets. The Seljuks were a Turkic dynasty who swept out of Central Asia in the early 10th century and conquered an enormous expanse, covering most or all of present-day Turkmenistan, Iran, Iraq, Turkey and beyond. After inflicting crushing military defeats on a host of rivals, the most famous of which was perhaps that against the Byzantines at the Battle of Manzikert in 1071, the Seljuk sultans became major patrons of art and architecture. Excellent condition; beautiful patina; on a custom stand.Size: L:177mm / W:185mm ; 1.66kg; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

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Ca. 700 AD. Tang Dynasty. A circular bronze mirror with intricate relief depicting four dragon heads arranged around a centra

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Lot 72

Ca. 700 AD. Tang Dynasty. A circular bronze mirror with intricate relief depicting four dragon heads arranged around a central rondel containing a small loop for suspension. Dragons are a symbol of power, strength and good fortune in Chinese art. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. This beautiful mirror may have belonged to a noble lady who lived under the Tang. In order to confirm its authenticity, 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.Good condition. Size: L:215mm / W:215mm ; 1.5kg; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.

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Ca. 700 AD. Tang Dynasty. A circular bronze mirror with intricate relief depicting banded decoration including repeating drag

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Lot 73

Ca. 700 AD. Tang Dynasty. A circular bronze mirror with intricate relief depicting banded decoration including repeating dragons, vegetal motifs, geometric designs, and a stellate central medalion as well as small loop for suspension. The dragons' eyes, mouths and scales are carefully depicted, indicating the many hours of workmanship which must have been spent on making this piece. Dragons are a symbol of power, strength and good fortune in Chinese art. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. This beautiful mirror may have belonged to a noble lady who lived under the Tang. In order to confirm its authenticity, 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. Excellent condition.Size: L:185mm / W:185mm ; 775g; Provenance; Property of a Central London gallery, acquired from an established English collection; formerly acquired in Hong Kong, Hollywood Antique Center in the early 1990s.

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Ca. 700 AD. Tang Dynasty. A circular bronze mirror with intricate relief depicting banded decoration including repeating bird

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Lot 74

Ca. 700 AD. Tang Dynasty. A circular bronze mirror with intricate relief depicting banded decoration including repeating birds, monkeys, vegetal motifs, geometric designs, and a small loop for suspension. The birds' feathers are picked out individually indicating the many hours of workmanship which must have been spent on making this piece. Dragons are a symbol of power, strength and good fortune in Chinese art. The Tang dynasty ruled most of China between AD 618 and 907, and this period is widely viewed as an era of progress and stability, during which many scientific and artistic advances were made. This beautiful mirror may have belonged to a noble lady who lived under the Tang. In order to confirm its authenticity, 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. Excellent condition.Size: L:160mm / W:160mm ; 790g; Provenance; Property of a Central London gallery, acquired from an established English collection; formerly acquired in Hong Kong, Hollywood Antique Center in the early 1990s.

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1300-1100 BC, Late Shang Dynasty. A bronze tripod, generally known as a ding. The object comprises a hemispherical body with

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Lot 75

1300-1100 BC, Late Shang Dynasty. A bronze tripod, generally known as a ding. The object comprises a hemispherical body with shelved rim and two rectangular handles. A band of geometric decoration runs horizontally around the upper part of the body, just below the rim. The body is supported by three robust cylindrical legs each with cast decoration. This beautiful object may have been used for ritual banqueting among the aristocracy of the Late Shang Dynasty, who ruled over the lower and middle Yellow River Valley in the 2nd millennium BC. In order to confirm its authenticity, 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. Excellent condition.Size: L:210mm / W:220mm ; 2kg; Provenance; Property of a Central London gallery, acquired from an established English collection; formerly acquired in Hong Kong, Hollywood Antique Center in the early 1990s.

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1300-1100 BC, Late Shang Dynasty. A bronze tripod, generally known as a ding. The object comprises a hemispherical body with

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Lot 76

1300-1100 BC, Late Shang Dynasty. A bronze tripod, generally known as a ding. The object comprises a hemispherical body with shelved rim and two rectangular handles. A band of geometric decoration runs horizontally around the upper part of the body, just below the rim. The body is supported by three robust cylindrical legs with cast decoration. This beautiful object may have been used for ritual banqueting among the aristocracy of the Late Shang Dynasty, who ruled over the lower and middle Yellow River Valley in the 2nd millennium BC. In order to confirm its authenticity, 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. Excellent condition.Size: L:280mm / W:205mm ; 3kg; Provenance; Property of a Central London gallery, acquired from an established English collection; formerly acquired in Hong Kong, Hollywood Antique Center in the early 1990s.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with d

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Lot 81

C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with delineated legs, curved arms holding an object, voluptuous breasts situated beneath an incised pectoral collar, and broad shoulders. The highly stylized face presents with impressed circular eyes, a narrow nose, slender lips, and tall forehead topped with a neatly arranged coiffure. 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 idol belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. These fertility figures are common in the Indus Valley, and likely represent offerings to a deity in exchange for fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Excellent condition.Size: L:120mm / W:40mm ; 45g; Provenance: Property of a North London professional; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1970s.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. An creme-coloured ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted wit

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Lot 82

C. 3rd millennium BC. Indus Valley. An creme-coloured ceramic figurine of a zebu with exaggerated crescent horns, painted with stripes to the horns, back and shoulders, and rondel eyes. 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 figurine belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. The bull, with its hump and powerful horns, is a recurring motif in the Indus Valley, appearing on painted pottery like this example but also on figurines and stamps. The animal may represent the leader of a herd, who is able to protect his followers, or it could be a reflection of the bullâ€™s importance in religious sacrifice. Excellent condition. Size: L:95mm / W:130mm; ; 260g; Provenance: Property of a North London professional; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.

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C. 3rd millennium BC Indus Valley.. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with d

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Lot 83

C. 3rd millennium BC Indus Valley.. A lovely buff-coloured handmade fertility idol of characteristically abstract form with delineated legs, curved arms reaching forward, voluptuous breasts situated beneath an incised pectoral collar, and broad shoulders. The highly stylized face presents with impressed circular eyes, a narrow nose, slender lips, and tall forehead topped with a neatly arranged coiffure. 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 idol belongs, was in the 3rd millennium BC. These fertility figures are common in the Indus Valley, and likely represent offerings to a deity in exchange for fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Excellent condition.Size: L:110mm / W:40mm ; 40g; Provenance: Property of a North London professional; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A rare pair of disc-shaped bronze seals with single lug handles on

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Lot 86

C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A rare pair of disc-shaped bronze seals with single lug handles on one side. The seal on the left comprises a solid disc: the top (handle) side is undecorated, while the bottom comprises a highly abstract motif of a human surrounded by vegetation. The seal on the right comprises an openwork disc; the bottom depicts a winged (female?) figure, perhaps a goddess, with a quadrupedal creature, possibly a tiger, inscribed within a woven border. 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 these bronze seals belong, was in the 3rd Millennium BC. Excellent condition; beautiful patinas; on custom stands. Size: L:Set of 2; 58mm / W:58mm ; 125g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A collection of five Indus valley ceramic vessels including (front,

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Lot 88

C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A collection of five Indus valley ceramic vessels including (front, L-R): a jar with flaring mouth, constricted neck and cylindrical body; a hemispherical bowl with out-turned rim (back, L-R): a jar with an out-turned rim, constricted neck, globular body and pedestalled foot; a cylindrical bowl with a ring foot and black-painted gate motif and a small bowl with a spout. 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 these ceramic vessels belong, was in the 3rd Millennium BC. Good condition. Size: L:Set of 5; 20mm/ 75mm / W:50mm/ 90mm ; 450g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 1400-1200 BC. Canaanite. An unusual bronze age Canaanite painted ceramic vessel in a terracotta fabric comprising an out-

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Lot 89

Ca. 1400-1200 BC. Canaanite. An unusual bronze age Canaanite painted ceramic vessel in a terracotta fabric comprising an out-turned rim, constricted neck, flaring shoulder, globular body and round bottom. Two rings of black paint run around the lower part of the neck, while three concentric black circles on either side of the vessel create an â€˜omphalosâ€™ or navel pattern, usually associated with representations of the centre of the world in ancient art. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:105mm / W:85mm ; 310g; Provenance: From an old British collection of Asian Art formed in the 1990 on the UK and European art market.

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A fine example of an Indus Valley civilisation painted bowl with a

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Lot 90

C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A fine example of an Indus Valley civilisation painted bowl with a hemispherical body and a ring foot in a buff fabric. The interior features aa repeating painted swastika and ibex motif â€“ the ibex can be distinguished by its magnificent curved horns, framed by concentric circular registers and chevrons. 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. The ibex is an important motif in Indus valley art because of the animalâ€™s reputation as a hardy survivor and fierce fighter. Cf. N. Satyawadi, 1994. Proto-Historic Pottery of the Indus Valley Civilisation: Study of Painted Motifs, New Delhi. Excellent condition.Size: L:75mm / W:240mm ; 690g; Provenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market formed in the 1990s;

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C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A collection of five Indus valley ceramic vessels including (front,

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Lot 91

C. 3rd millennium BC. Ancient Central Asia, Indus Valley. A collection of five Indus valley ceramic vessels including (front, L-R): hemispherical bowl; jar with cylindrical neck and carinated body (back, L-R): goblet with an out-turned rim, carinated body and pedestalled base, featuring painted line and dot motifs; a jar with an out-turned rim, constricted neck and piriform body; and a jar with an out-turned rim, constricted neck and globular body. 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 these ceramic vessels belong, was in the 3rd Millennium BC. Good condition.Size: L:Set of 5; 55mm/ 60mm / W:40mm/ 90mm ; 365g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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A LATE 19TH CENTURY CAST BRONZE PLAQUE IN THE PRE RAPHAELITE STYLE depicting the head and shoulders of a young lady - impress

Hutchinson Scott

Lot 140

A LATE 19TH CENTURY CAST BRONZE PLAQUE IN THE PRE RAPHAELITE STYLE depicting the head and shoulders of a young lady - impressed script on reverse 14.5cm square.

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A 19TH CENTURY BRONZE AND WHITE MARBLE PAPER CLIP modelled as a mouse set with ruby coloured eyes 13cm wide 22cm deep

Hutchinson Scott

Lot 142

A 19TH CENTURY BRONZE AND WHITE MARBLE PAPER CLIP modelled as a mouse set with ruby coloured eyes 13cm wide 22cm deep

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A LATE 19th CENTURY FRENCH NIGHT CLOCK having white glass shade with Roman numeral supported on a baluster shaped bronze colu

Hutchinson Scott

Lot 311

A LATE 19th CENTURY FRENCH NIGHT CLOCK having white glass shade with Roman numeral supported on a baluster shaped bronze column on tripod base, the brass cylinder below the shade enclosing a spring driven movement with anchor escapement and bob pendulum 25cm high

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A LATE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH GILT BRONZE HANGING WALL PLAQUE depicting a country house interior scene with Ladies and Gentleman

Hutchinson Scott

Lot 352

A LATE 19TH CENTURY FRENCH GILT BRONZE HANGING WALL PLAQUE depicting a country house interior scene with Ladies and Gentleman at a ball 27.5cm wide 16cm high - in a moulded ebonised frame.

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AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY GILT BRONZE DRESSING TABLE MIRROR with engraved circular frame supported by a crouching winged cherub,

Hutchinson Scott

Lot 73

AN EARLY 20TH CENTURY GILT BRONZE DRESSING TABLE MIRROR with engraved circular frame supported by a crouching winged cherub, mounted on a green marble circular base 20.5cm high.

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A Victorian Black Slate Bronze and Ormolu Striking Mantel Clock, signed Raingo, Paris, surmounted by a winged figure and a kn

Tennants Auctioneers

Lot 487

A Victorian Black Slate Bronze and Ormolu Striking Mantel Clock, signed Raingo, Paris, surmounted by a winged figure and a kneeling knight, ormolu mounted shell and floral decorated base with bronze mounted angels, 4-inch cast dial with enamel cartouches and signed below 6, twin barrel movement with outside countwheel striking on a bell, 63cm high 07.12.20 Black slate surfaces are faded in parts, the angels left hand side wing with an old crack which is opening, glass with scratches, back door glass is cracked, movement is dirty, with later pendulum.

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A French Louis XVI/Transitional Style Two Drawer Commode, in the style of J F Leleu, circa 1900, the green marble top above b

Tennants Auctioneers

Lot 808

A French Louis XVI/Transitional Style Two Drawer Commode, in the style of J F Leleu, circa 1900, the green marble top above bronze doré Vitruvian scroll frieze mounts, with two drawers below inlaid with ribbons and laurel wreaths, all between canted stiles and scrolled cabriole legs with gilt metal mounts and sabots, 99cm by 58cm by 91cm

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Make & Model: Mini CooperDate of Reg: LS03WLDColour: Bronzecc: 1598MoT: 19-08-2021Fuel Type: PETROLMileage: 122kTransmiss

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Lot 48DK

Make & Model: Mini CooperDate of Reg: LS03WLDColour: Bronzecc: 1598MoT: 19-08-2021Fuel Type: PETROLMileage: 122kTransmission: MANUALSummary: Service Book x 10 stamps.

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A group of assorted collectables, to include a miniature cold painted bronze, modelled as an owl stood upon a book, H4cm, an

David Duggleby Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 127

A group of assorted collectables, to include a miniature cold painted bronze, modelled as an owl stood upon a book, H4cm, an ebonised inkstand and pen tray, with glass inkwell, L22cm, together with two brass mounted clear glass inkwells, brass nib holder, pair of small Japanese cloisonné vases decorated with a dragon chasing the flaming pearl, an Eastern printing block (probably for textiles), Corgi diecast Basil Brush and his Car, a Barbola mirror, etc. - Condition Report

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A bronze twin handled urn, cast with acanthus leaves and buds, raised upon a marble plinth with stepped base, (a/f), H25cm -

David Duggleby Auctioneers & Valuers

Lot 174

A bronze twin handled urn, cast with acanthus leaves and buds, raised upon a marble plinth with stepped base, (a/f), H25cm - Condition Report

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A trench art cigarette lighter, inset with a 1917 10 c coin, a 19th century treen shoe, a bronze pig, a barrel money box and

Spicers Auctioneers Ltd

Lot 311

A trench art cigarette lighter, inset with a 1917 10 c coin, a 19th century treen shoe, a bronze pig, a barrel money box and a lighter.

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A French style bronze bust of a woman, on green marble socle, 15cms h

Arthur Johnson & Sons Auctioneers

Lot 37

A French style bronze bust of a woman, on green marble socle, 15cms h

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A late 19th/early 20th Century bronze figure of a oriental water carrier, 49cms h

Arthur Johnson & Sons Auctioneers

Lot 47

A late 19th/early 20th Century bronze figure of a oriental water carrier, 49cms h

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A pair of French style bronze stags, on black marble plinths, 43cms h

Arthur Johnson & Sons Auctioneers

Lot 95

A pair of French style bronze stags, on black marble plinths, 43cms h

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A pair of bronze boxing hares, on black marble plinths, 30cms h

Arthur Johnson & Sons Auctioneers

Lot 96

A pair of bronze boxing hares, on black marble plinths, 30cms h

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An Art Deco style gilt bronze figure of Diana the Huntress, on black marble socle, 50cms h

Arthur Johnson & Sons Auctioneers

Lot 98

An Art Deco style gilt bronze figure of Diana the Huntress, on black marble socle, 50cms h

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A French style bronze bust of a Roman Emperor, on green marble socle, 14.5cms h

Arthur Johnson & Sons Auctioneers

Lot 99

A French style bronze bust of a Roman Emperor, on green marble socle, 14.5cms h

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