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700-1100 AD, Viking Age. Bronze pendant in the shape of a curved drinking horn, with integral suspension loop at the top and

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Lot 253

700-1100 AD, Viking Age. Bronze pendant in the shape of a curved drinking horn, with integral suspension loop at the top and carefully incised decoration around the vessel’s rim. Drinking horns made from horn and antler were commonly used for consuming beer at feasts in the Viking Age, and this pedant may have once served to underline its owner’s drinking prowess or it could have been thought to provide protection against drunkenness. Excellent condition; wearable.Size: L:21mm / W:18mm ; 1.9g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.

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1000-1500 AD, Medieval Crusader period. Bronze crucifix pendant comprising four flat arms, with squared off terminals bearing

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Lot 254

1000-1500 AD, Medieval Crusader period. Bronze crucifix pendant comprising four flat arms, with squared off terminals bearing a stylised image of Jesus being crucified wearing a heavy robe. Jesus has a second cross inscribed over his head. The Crucifix, a principal symbol of Christianity, recalls the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The crucifix that the Crusaders wore on their robes was a symbol of martyrdom, and to die in combat was considered a great honour that assured a place in heaven. Good condition. Wearable. Size: L:47mm / W:26mm ; 8g; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.

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c. 1-300 AD. Roman. A large bronze pendant comprising a phallus with the glans offset with incised decoration, two applied te

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Lot 255

c. 1-300 AD. Roman. A large bronze pendant comprising a phallus with the glans offset with incised decoration, two applied testes and an integrated suspension loop. Phallic charms, often winged, were ubiquitous in Roman culture and relate to the fascinus or fascinum which was the embodiment of the divine phallus. The word can refer to the deity himself (Fascinus), to phallus effigies and amulets, and to the spells used to invoke his divine protection against evil. Excellent Condition. Wearable; on modern necklace. Size: L:19mm / W:40mm ; 13g; Provenance: 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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1-200 AD. Roman. Heavy bronze ring with D-shaped hoop with incised decoration on the exterior, and flattened, rounded bezel b

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Lot 257

1-200 AD. Roman. Heavy bronze ring with D-shaped hoop with incised decoration on the exterior, and flattened, rounded bezel bearing a pentagram within a circle. For more information on Roman rings, see: Cf. Ruseva-Slokoska, L. Roman Jewellery, Sofia, 1991. Good condition; wearable.Size: D: 19.8mm / US: 10 / UK: T 1/2; 4.3g; Provenance: 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. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a slightly barbed leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised

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Lot 26

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a slightly barbed leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a short 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:145mm / W:25mm ; 40g; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.

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900-1000 AD, Byzantine. A pair of gold earrings in a lunate shape, decorated with extensive open-work floral motifs. At the t

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Lot 261

900-1000 AD, Byzantine. A pair of gold earrings in a lunate shape, decorated with extensive open-work floral motifs. At the top each earring is a rounded suspension loop and catch plate and from the bottom of each earring hang six coil pendants terminating in a garnet. 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. This item probably belonged to a Byzantine noblewoman, eager to profess her faith. Excellent condition. Size: D: mm / US: Set of 2; 47 / UK: 25; 12g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1970s.

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c. 1-300 AD. Roman. A large bronze pendant comprising a phallus with the glans offset with incised decoration, two applied te

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Lot 266

c. 1-300 AD. Roman. A large bronze pendant comprising a phallus with the glans offset with incised decoration, two applied testes and an integrated suspension loop. Phallic charms, often winged, were ubiquitous in Roman culture and relate to the fascinus or fascinum which was the embodiment of the divine phallus. The word can refer to the deity himself (Fascinus), to phallus effigies and amulets, and to the spells used to invoke his divine protection against evil. Excellent Condition. Wearable; on modern necklace.Size: L:20mm / W:42mm ; 17.9g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK and European art market.

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1000-1500 AD, Medieval Crusader period. Bronze crucifix pendant comprising four arms, with rounded terminals and incised line

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Lot 267

1000-1500 AD, Medieval Crusader period. Bronze crucifix pendant comprising four arms, with rounded terminals and incised linear decorations. In addition to the linear decorations, this cross has a detailed image of Jesus being crucified. The Crusifix, a principal symbol of Christianity, recalls the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ and the redeeming benefits of his Passion and death. The crucifix that the Crusaders wore on their robes was a symbol of martyrdom, and to die in combat was considered a great honour that assured a place in heaven. Good condition. Wearable.Size: L:66mm / W:49mm ; 18.2g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1970s.

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C. Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curv

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Lot 270

C. Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved out at its tip, an atef-crown notched for plumes that is fronted by a uraeus, and a peaceful, idealized face. He is posed with the arms folded across the chest, holding a crook and flail. Osiris is the most significant and important god in the Egyptians pantheon. He is known firstly as a god of fertility and then as a god of the underworld. He is usually depicted as a gold or green-faced man, to declare his association with the underworld. In his role of lord of the underworld he was associated with a pharaoh and is thus generally portrayed as a deceased pharaoh, as he is depicted on this figurine. Perfect Condition. Size: L:250mm / W:50mm (w/o stand); 490g; Provenance: From the private collection of an London gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1970s on the UK / European art markets.

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C. Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curv

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Lot 274

C. Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved out at its tip, an atef-crown notched for plumes that is fronted by a uraeus, and a peaceful, idealized face. He is posed with the arms folded across the chest, holding a crook and flail. Osiris is the most significant and important god in the Egyptians pantheon. He is known firstly as a god of fertility and then as a god of the underworld. He is usually depicted as a gold or green-faced man, to declare his association with the underworld. In his role of lord of the underworld he was associated with a pharaoh and is thus generally portrayed as a deceased pharaoh, as he is depicted on this figurine. Perfect Condition; Size: L:170mm / W:30mm (w/o stand); 115g; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market before 2000.

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712-30 BC, Late Period/Ptolemaic. A bronze figurine showing the goddess Bast in cat form seated with alert, forward facing ea

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Lot 278

712-30 BC, Late Period/Ptolemaic. A bronze figurine showing the goddess Bast in cat form seated with alert, forward facing ears. The goddess Bastet (Bast) was the daughter of Ra, the sun god. She was typically shown with the features of a lion, as a cat or a human with a cat head. Bast was a protective, maternal goddess and was seen as a protector of pregnant women and young children. Excellent condition.Size: L:170mm / W:65mm ; 920g; Provenance: From the private collection of a Kent gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK /European art markets.

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Ca. 1-300 AD Roman. A beautiful bronze patera comprising a deep body, with incised concentric circles decorating the base, a

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Lot 303

Ca. 1-300 AD Roman. A beautiful bronze patera comprising a deep body, with incised concentric circles decorating the base, a rounded rim, and a protruding, flaring handle, decorated with incised concentric circles around a perforation for hanging. A patera is a broad dish usually made of bronze, and typically used as a sacred libation vessel during religious events. Though the patera could also be used in the domestic sphere for the preparation or serving of food items. Excellent Condition. Size: L:200mm / W:105mm ; 270g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed since the 1980s on the UK and European art market.

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ca.900-600 BC. Etruscan. Bronze cast figure of the demigod Hercle in an abstract, naïve style. The god is depicted standing i

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Lot 305

ca.900-600 BC. Etruscan. Bronze cast figure of the demigod Hercle in an abstract, naïve style. The god is depicted standing in a quasi-contrapposto pose. He is naked, save for his characteristic lionskin over his left arm and the club he holds in his right hand. Hercle is the Etruscan equivalent of Herakles/Hercules, and he played a major role in Etruscan religion, where he was worshipped as an important god in his own right, rather than as simply a hero, as he was amongst the Greeks and the Romans. 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. Excellent condition; beautiful patina. On a custom stand. Size: L:105mm / W:45mm ; 60g; Provenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market formed in the 1980s.

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Ca. 1-300 AD Roman. A beautiful, squat bronze lamp with a short, thing body, protruding rounded spout, and a lunar lid with r

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Lot 306

Ca. 1-300 AD Roman. A beautiful, squat bronze lamp with a short, thing body, protruding rounded spout, and a lunar lid with rounded terminals. By the first century BC, it became popular to use lamps in funeral ceremonies and for public celebrations. As the empire grew, the manufacture of lamps increased dramatically, as did the variation in decoration. Common decorative themes included gladiators in combat, mythological scenes, and animals. Excellent Condition. Size: L:230mm / W:105mm ; 690g; Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.

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Greek. A shallow bronze phiale with a broad rim and 7 almond shaped impressions arranged around a central rondel to create a

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Lot 307

Greek. A shallow bronze phiale with a broad rim and 7 almond shaped impressions arranged around a central rondel to create a stylised floral motif. This phiale would have been used by ancient Greeks during religious ceremonies as vessel from which to pour a libation - an offering of wine for the gods. The wine was typically diluted with water and then poured onto an alter during, or shortly after the worshipper had completed their prayer. Excellent Condition. Size: L:40mm / W:160mm ; 310g; Provenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / European art markets.

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C. 100 AD. Roman. Bronze oil lamp in the form of a child’s head, with clearly identifiable black African features; a spout pr

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Lot 335

C. 100 AD. Roman. Bronze oil lamp in the form of a child’s head, with clearly identifiable black African features; a spout projects from his mouth, a suspension loop from his forehead, and a filling lamp in the bregma. The oldest Roman lamps date to the third century BC when the Romans adopted the idea from the Greek colonies of Southern Italy. By the first century BC, it became popular to use lamps in funeral ceremonies and for public celebrations. As the empire grew, the manufacture of lamps increased dramatically, as did the variety of decoration. In Roman art, black Africans are often depicted due to their exotic connotations; although black people did live within the Roman empire, they were relatively few in number and many people living in the northern reaches of the empire may never have encountered them. Excellent condition. Size: L:95mm / W:60mm ; 245g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; previously acquired in Germany.

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C. 1-300 AD. Roman. Bronze statuette of the goddess Venus in a seated position. Venus sports an intricate coiffure, well-mode

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Lot 336

C. 1-300 AD. Roman. Bronze statuette of the goddess Venus in a seated position. Venus sports an intricate coiffure, well-modelled and defined facial features; the clearly proportioned physique features an ample backside, and small, budding breasts, perhaps reflecting the tastes of the artist. Venus was the god of love, beauty, desire, sex, fertility, prosperity and victory. She was an especially important god for the Romans as she was also the mother of Aeneas, their mythical ancestor. Good condition; beautiful patina.Size: L:260mm / W:105mm ; 1.2 kg; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.

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C. 100 AD. Roman. Bronze lamp with figure-of-eight-shaped open reservoir, decorative bauble appliques and intricate looped ha

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Lot 338

C. 100 AD. Roman. Bronze lamp with figure-of-eight-shaped open reservoir, decorative bauble appliques and intricate looped handle. The oldest Roman lamps date to the third century BC when the Romans adopted the idea from the Greek colonies of Southern Italy. By the first century BC, it became popular to use lamps in funeral ceremonies and for public celebrations. As the empire grew, the manufacture of lamps increased dramatically, as did the variety of decorations and shapes. Excellent condition.Size: L:110mm / W:180mm ; 950g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; previously acquired in Germany.

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Bronze statuette of Nefertum, the Egyptian god of health and perfume, who is one of the few Egyptian gods to be depicted with

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Lot 339

Bronze statuette of Nefertum, the Egyptian god of health and perfume, who is one of the few Egyptian gods to be depicted with a human face. He is typically identified by this, and through his distinctive tall hat. This beautiful object may once have belonged to a doctor or a parfumier. Good condition; beautiful patina.Size: L:210mm / W:45mm (with stand); 310g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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C. Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curv

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Lot 340

C. Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved out at its tip, an atef-crown notched for plumes that is fronted by a uraeus, and a peaceful, idealized face. He is posed with the arms folded across the chest, holding a crook and flail. Osiris is the most significant and important god in the Egyptians pantheon. He is known firstly as a god of fertility and then as a god of the underworld. He is usually depicted as a gold or green-faced man, to declare his association with the underworld. In his role of lord of the underworld he was associated with a pharaoh and is thus generally portrayed as a deceased pharaoh, as he is depicted on this figurine. Perfect Condition. Size: L:160mm / W:30mm (with stand); 130g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970-80s then passed by descent.

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Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved

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Lot 343

Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved out at its tip, an atef-crown, and a peaceful, idealized face. He is posed with the arms folded across the chest, holding a crook and flail. Osiris is the most significant and important god in the Egyptians pantheon. He is known firstly as a god of fertility and then as a god of the underworld. He is usually depicted as a gold or green-faced man, to declare his association with the underworld. In his role of lord of the underworld he was associated with a pharaoh and is thus generally portrayed as a deceased pharaoh, as he is depicted on this figurine. Perfect Condition; Size: L:240mm / W:45mm (with stand); 485g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

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Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved

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Lot 345

Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved out at its tip, an atef-crown notched for plumes that is fronted by a uraeus, and a peaceful, idealized face. He is posed with the arms folded across the chest, holding a crook and flail. Osiris is the most significant and important god in the Egyptians pantheon. He is known firstly as a god of fertility and then as a god of the underworld. He is usually depicted as a gold or green-faced man, to declare his association with the underworld. In his role of lord of the underworld he was associated with a pharaoh and is thus generally portrayed as a deceased pharaoh, as he is depicted on this figurine. Perfect Condition; Size: L:210mm / W:40mm (with stand); 465g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed since the 1970s on the UK and European art market.

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Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved

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Lot 346

Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Egyptian bronze figure of God Osiris, The god is shown mummiform with a braided divine beard curved out at its tip, an atef-crown notched for plumes that is fronted by a uraeus, and a peaceful, idealized face. He is posed with the arms folded across the chest, holding a crook and flail. Osiris is the most significant and important god in the Egyptians pantheon. He is known firstly as a god of fertility and then as a god of the underworld. He is usually depicted as a gold or green-faced man, to declare his association with the underworld. In his role of lord of the underworld he was associated with a pharaoh and is thus generally portrayed as a deceased pharaoh, as he is depicted on this figurine. Perfect Condition; Size: L:130mm / W:25mm (with stand); 90g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK art market.

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ca. 2nd millenium BC; Bronze axe with short, vertical blade to the front and a series of four spikes at the rear. The circula

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Lot 36

ca. 2nd millenium BC; Bronze axe with short, vertical blade to the front and a series of four spikes at the rear. The circular socket extends downwards and bears two curvillinear raised decorations extending horizontally at the midpoint. 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 a custom-made stand. Size: L:75mm / W:170mm ; 460g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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c. 2000-1000 BC, Amlash culture. Cast bronze mace with hooked beak, bulbous eyes and stylised wings. The Amlash culture refer

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Lot 38

c. 2000-1000 BC, Amlash culture. Cast bronze mace with hooked beak, bulbous eyes and stylised wings. The Amlash culture refers to an assortment of historic materials and periods in Northern Iran, enduring for many centuries. Bronze weaponry production flourished in Europe from the 3000 BC – 1200 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron over the following 500 years. Swords, axes, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders of where authority lay. The eagle, as a symbol of royal authority in many cultures, is a particularly appropriate choice for a ceremonial mace, and this item may once have belonged to a minor king or member of a royal household. Good condition, on a custom-made stand.Size: L:100mm / W:50mm ; 375g. Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

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1200 – 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast "Trojan" Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular blade; rais

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Lot 43

1200 – 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast "Trojan" Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular blade; raised midrib; with sharp projecting lateral flanges 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 on custom made stand. Size: L:570mm / W:65mm ; 360g; Provenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / European art markets.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a raised midrib adorned

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Lot 44

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a raised midrib adorned with a fuller or “blood groves”, short tang and a beautiful rich green patina. 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 a custom-made stand. Size: L:485mm / W:60mm ; 460g; 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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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with an ornate, decorated ra

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Lot 45

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with an ornate, decorated raised midrib adorned with two fullers or “blood groves”, short tang with a perforationg for affixing a handle, and a stunning bright greenish-blue patina. 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 a custom-made stand. Size: L:530mm / W:55mm ; 470g; 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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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade and a recessed integral

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Lot 46

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade and a recessed integral handle that would have been inset with stone, bone or ivory inlay. 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 a custom-made stand. Size: L:455mm / W:45mm ; 475g; 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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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a wide raised midrib an

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Lot 47

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, a wide raised midrib and a short, flaring neck which transitions into a tang with a laterally curved 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:370mm / W:52mm ; 380g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with an lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a

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Lot 49

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with an lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a very short 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:165mm / W:30mm ; 48g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a sho

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Lot 50

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a short 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:140mm / W:25mm ; 35g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a triangular, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib, a short t

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Lot 51

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a triangular, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib, a short tang and a vibrant green patina. 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:135mm / W:27mm ; 30g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with raised midrib, an int

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Lot 59

1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with raised midrib, an integral handle with incised striped decoration and a heavy, crescentic “skull crusher” guard which could be used for secondary bludgeoning attacks. 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.Size: L:415mm / W:60mm ; 585g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK and European art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade adornned with two fulle

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Lot 60

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade adornned with two fuller or "blood grooves" and a raised cresentric design decorationg the blade's base as well as a recessed ibex integral handle that would have been inset with stone, bone or ivory inlay. 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. Size: L:400mm / W:60mm ; 410g; Provenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s on the UK / European art markets.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze spear has a leaf shaped blade with a central raised midrib, two f

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Lot 61

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze spear has a leaf shaped blade with a central raised midrib, two fuller or "blood grooves" to either side and then two, smaller raised ribs. The long socket is decorated with three raised ridgeds which encircle it horizonntally. 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 a custom stand.Size: L:370mm / W:60mm ; 270g.Provenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1980s.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with an a raised midrib whic

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Lot 62

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with an a raised midrib which transitions laterally into two smaller, raised shoulders, a short tang with for affixing a handle, and a stunning patina. 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 a custom-made stand.Size: L:400mm / W:55mm ; 250g; Provenance: Important London collection of Ancient art; formed in 1970s then passed by descent.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze spear has a leaf shaped blade with a wide central raised midrib,

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Lot 63

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful bronze spear has a leaf shaped blade with a wide central raised midrib, a short flaring neck and a short 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 a custom stand.Size: L:320mm / W:45mm ; 220g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a triangular, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib, a short t

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Lot 64

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a triangular, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib, a short tang and two raised pins for affixing the spearhead to the haft of the weapon. 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:250mm / W:55mm ; 135g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a barbed, leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib a

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Lot 65

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a barbed, leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a long 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:250mm / W:55mm ; 135g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a sh

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Lot 66

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a short 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:140mm / W:25mm ; 35g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a

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Lot 67

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a short 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:135mm / W:25mm ; 30g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a dramatic lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midr

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Lot 68

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.A bronze spearhead with a dramatic lozenge-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a short 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:115mm / W:25mm ; 25g; Provenance: Private Kent collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK art market.

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c. 2000-1000 BC, Amlash culture. Cast bronze axehead with short, curved blade, elongated head, and open-mouthed beast decorat

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Lot 71

c. 2000-1000 BC, Amlash culture. Cast bronze axehead with short, curved blade, elongated head, and open-mouthed beast decoration around the socket. The Amlash culture refers to an assortment of historic materials and periods in Northern Iran, enduring for many centuries. Bronze weaponry production flourished in Europe from the 3000 BC – 1200 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron over the following 500 years. Swords, axes, spears, and arrows were important symbols of war in Bronze Age societies and served as powerful reminders of where authority lay. Good condition, on a custom-made stand.Size: L:65mm / W:205mm ; 850g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK and European art market.

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c. 2000-1000 BC, Bronze Age. A bronze axe head with curved blade, flaring hea and circular socket. Bronze weaponry production

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Lot 72

c. 2000-1000 BC, Bronze Age. A bronze axe head with curved blade, flaring hea and circular socket. 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. Axes, swords, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context, serving as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:90mm / W:190mm ; 600g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; previously acquired in Germany.

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2000-1000 BC. Luristani Bronze Age Culture. Cast bronze axe head with crescent blade, circular socket, elongated flanges and

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Lot 78

2000-1000 BC. Luristani Bronze Age Culture. Cast bronze axe head with crescent blade, circular socket, elongated flanges and cast beast ornamentation on the rear. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Axes, swords, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context, serving as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:95mm / W:140mm ; 460g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s; previously acquired in Germany.

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2000-1000 BC. Luristani Bronze Age Culture. Cast bronze axe head with long, pointed, bevelled blade, circular socket, and ope

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Lot 79

2000-1000 BC. Luristani Bronze Age Culture. Cast bronze axe head with long, pointed, bevelled blade, circular socket, and openwork double horn motif, imitating the horns of a ibex. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Axes, swords, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context, serving as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:70mm / W:170mm ; 305g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1980s;

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2000-1000 BC. Luristani Bronze Age Culture. Cast zoomorphic bronze ritual axehead with stylised depiction of a tiger, project

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Lot 80

2000-1000 BC. Luristani Bronze Age Culture. Cast zoomorphic bronze ritual axehead with stylised depiction of a tiger, projecting tongue spike, and raised bands of decoration on the butt. Bronze weaponry production flourished in western Asia from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700 BC, when it was gradually replaced by iron. Axes, swords, spears and arrows were exchanged via trade and war and are discovered in both civic and ritual context, serving as powerful reminders that authority rested in the hands of those who could earn it. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:50mm / W:110mm ; 315g; Provenance: From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.

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2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. A cast bronze mace head with a tubular shape. The mace head is decorated with a collection of

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Lot 81

2000-700 BC, Luristan culture. A cast bronze mace head with a tubular shape. The mace head is decorated with a collection of almond-shaped knobs framed above and below by three raised bands with incised decorative lines. Bronze weaponry production flourished from the 2nd millennium BC to about 700BC 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 stad. Size: L:105mm / W:40mm ; 215g; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade adornned with a deep fu

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Lot 86

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period.This beautiful cast bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade adornned with a deep fuller or "blood groove" delinated by two raised ridges and a short tang for afixing a handle. 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:500mm / W:80mm ; 505g; Provenance: Property of a North London professional; previously acquire on the UK/European art market before 2000.

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1200 – 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast "Trojan" Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular blade; rais

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Lot 87

1200 – 800 BC, Greek Archaic. An ancient Greek era cast "Trojan" Bronze Age sword blade with a narrow, triangular blade; raised midrib; with sharp projecting lateral flanges 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. good condition on custom made stand. Size: L:425mm / W:60mm ; 280g; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market before 2000.

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This beautiful cast bronze dagger has a tapering, bevelled blade adorned with two fuller or "blood grooves" and a recessed in

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Lot 88

This beautiful cast bronze dagger has a tapering, bevelled blade adorned with two fuller or "blood grooves" and a recessed integral handle that would have been inset with stone, bone or ivory inlay. 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:425mm / W:50mm ; 385g; Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market before 2000.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. A large bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped blade, a raised midrib adorned with two sh

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Lot 89

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. A large bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped blade, a raised midrib adorned with two shallow fuller or "blood grooves", a short, flaring neck with incised linear decorations and a thick tang angled laterally. 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. Excellent condition, on a custom-made stand. Size: L:480mm / W:60mm ; 650g; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1970s.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a sh

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Lot 90

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped, lentoid sectioned blade, raised midrib and a short 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:385mm / W:55mm ; 195g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a wide raised midrib a

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Lot 92

ca. 1200-800 BC, Greek Archaic Period. This beautiful bronze sword has a tapering, bevelled blade with a wide raised midrib and a short tang with a perforationg for affixing a handle. 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 a custom-made stand. Size: L:315mm / W:50mm ; 195g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1970s on the UK and European art market.

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c. 900-1100 AD. Viking age. A beautiful bronze dragon’s foot amulet comprised an openwork design with an integrated suspensio

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Lot 97

c. 900-1100 AD. Viking age. A beautiful bronze dragon’s foot amulet comprised an openwork design with an integrated suspension loop and three vertical bars joined with angled horizontal bars to form a stylized foot. The amulet's face is decorated with a series of impressed sections. In Norse mythology, Fáfnir (Old Norse and Icelandic) or Frænir is a son of the dwarf king Hreidmar and brother of Regin , Ótr, Lyngheiðr and Lofnheiðr. After being affected by the curse of Andvari’s ring and gold, Fafnir became a dragon and was slain by the brave hero Sigurd. The wearable reminder of this myth would have inspired bravery in Viking warriors. Good condition; on modern chain. Wearable. Size: L:50mm / W:27mm ; 10g; Provenance: Property of a London gallery, previously in old British collection formed in the 1980s.

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1000-1500 AD, Medieval Crusader period. A large bronze cross pendant comprising four flat arms with squared off terminals dec

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Lot 99

1000-1500 AD, Medieval Crusader period. A large bronze cross pendant comprising four flat arms with squared off terminals decorated with raised circle motifs. A further raised circle decorates the centremost point of the corss. 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. The cross that the Crusaders wore on their robes was a symbol of martyrdom, and to die in combat was considered a great honour that assured a place in heaven. Good condition. Wearable. Size: L:40mm / W:29mm ; 15g; Provenance: From an old British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1980s.

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MONKEY LANTERNS, a pair, bronze, in the form of monkeys with lanterns on tails, 56cm H. (2)

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Lot 187

MONKEY LANTERNS, a pair, bronze, in the form of monkeys with lanterns on tails, 56cm H. (2)

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CONTEMPORARY SCHOOL, patinated bronze study of a Dahomey warrior, 98cm H approx.

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Lot 221

CONTEMPORARY SCHOOL, patinated bronze study of a Dahomey warrior, 98cm H approx.

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PROWLING LEOPARD, contemporary school bronze, 23cm H.

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Lot 265

PROWLING LEOPARD, contemporary school bronze, 23cm H.

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