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Lot 185
4th century BC. A large cylindrical beaten bronze stand, perhaps for a brazier, the sides decorated with three projecting half round bands for strength with incised lines adjoining, the top slightly dished with incised circles; the three cast feet in the form of animal paws on cylindrical plinths, surmounted by swans with spread wings affixed to the open basal rim, and two D-shaped hinged handles with swan neck terminals and ring attachments to sides. 3.1 kg, 34cm wide (13 1/2"). Property of a New York gentleman, on the London market; previously with Bonhams, London, New Bond Street, 1 May 2013, lot 50 [£8,000.00 - 12,000.00]; formerly acquired in Germany in 1981; prior to that in Schultz family collection; accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonham's catalogue pages.Fine condition.
Lot 1867
Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A bronze discoid stamp seal with handle comprising: stamp face with central cross motif, each arm curved with spiral terminal, scalloped edge; reverse decorated with cluster of four dots to the end of each arm, the outer scalloped edges formed as zoomorphic bird profiles, perforations for eyes; from one side projects a round-section rod, tapering slightly. 89 grams, 83mm (3 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number W-603, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 187
1st century BC-1st century AD. A bronze jug with bulbous body and integral flat base with circular line ornament and trefoil mouth; the attached looped and ribbed handle with floral ornamented foot. Cf. Rolland, H., Bronzes Antiques de Haute Provence, Paris, 1965, no.294, for a similar jug.428 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). From a private UK collection, acquired in 2010; formerly in a private Rosenheim, Germany collection, acquired in the 1960s.Very fine condition.
Lot 1871
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals with various shapes and designs including nine accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (T-444) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 20 x 16 x 23mm. This has a flat oval face, and sides that rise steeply to a stalk handle surmounted by a loop. The design on the face is linear and consists of a Y-motif and three crescents based on the rim filling the spaces left. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The edges of the face and the loop are worn, but the metal appears to be sound, and the piece generally is in fair condition.'; (T-432) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 22 x 22 x 20mm. This is round with bevelled edges. The face is flat, the back slightly convex with short stalk handle ending in a loop. The design on the face is linear, consisting of two crescents base on the rim, and spiralling line also based on the rim, and a short straight stoke also based on the rim. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface which could be removed, but the piece is in very good condition.'; (U-494) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 17 x 17 x 21mm. This has a round flat face, and a back which rises steeply to a stalk handle ending in an oval pierced loop. The design on the face, done in raised liens, consists of two similar curved motifs and two small strokes filling spaces. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; (K-12) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 27 x 19 x 27.5mm. The seal has flat face and back, with large stalk handle rising from the back and ending in a pierced loop. The face has an outer rim and is hollowed out inside this rim. The shape is built up from three arms which go out from the centre and then curve a little inwards ending in a point. This seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The face is somewhat crumpled and the handle pushed out of line, but otherwise it is in good condition.'; (D-27) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 20 x 23mm. This has a round flat face with hammered design in the middle, and the back rises to a large stalk handle. The design shows a bird on the wing. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The handle is a little worn, otherwise the piece is in good condition.'; (B-26) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 22 x 28mm. This has a round flat compartmented face, with solid back rising via a stalk handle to a pierced knob handle. the design consists of two oblongs side by side, surrounded above and on the sides by a double band, and below by three irregular shapes. The seal comes from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c.2000-1500 B.C. The loop at the top is broken and much of the rim is missing, but what remains is generally in good condition. the design is rare, possibly unique, but so far we do not know what it may represent.'; (R-877) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 25 x 25 x 22mm. This has a round flat face, and a flat back on which is a small central raised portion supporting a stalk handle with pierced loop on the top. The design on the face is linear: two pairs of facing, matching linear motifs: each line begins at the edge and curls over as it reaches the middle. Two have bigger curls than the other two. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; (U-308) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 20 x 20 x 24mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and convex back on which is mounted a stalk handle with pierced loop. The design is a trefoil with a dot in the centre and a short stroke within each of the three arms. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is heavy incrustation on the surface, otherwise it is in fair condition.' 165 grams total, 21-30mm (3/4-1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers B-20, B-26, D-27, K-12, U-494, T-432, T-444, R-877, T-748, U-308, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 188
2nd-3rd century AD. A bronze octagonal lamp of squat profile, three splayed feet and long handle with small thumb-guard; the spout formed as an elephant's head with raised hollow trunk, ears pulled back; domed hinged lid surmounted by an eagle with spread wings, strong hooked beak and pellet eyes, feather detailing to the wings and legs. 1.2 kg, 27cm (10 1/2"). Property of a private New York collection; previously with Pierre Bergé & Associés, Archéologie, Paris, 29 November 2014, lot 238; formerly in a private US collection, acquired in the 1990s; accompanied by copies of the relevant Pierre Bergé catalogue pages.Fine condition.
Lot 189
1st-3rd century AD. A bronze patera with deep, rimmed bowl and flat base with shallow footring; the flat handle with pierced end with dolphins. 446 grams, 26cm (10 1/4"). From a private UK collection, acquired in 2010; formerly in a private Rosenheim, Germany, collection, acquired in the 1960s.Fine condition; professionally restored.
Lot 1890
2nd millennium BC. A bronze hemispherical bowl with a small pouring lip to the outer rim, repoussé ornament comprising bulbous petals with rounded central boss to the base. 242 grams, 14cm (5 1/2"). From the private collection of a North West London lady; previously with a central London gallery; formerly acquired before 1990. [No Reserve] Fair condition.
Lot 191
1st-2nd century AD. A bronze oil lamp in the form of an African head, lentoid eyes, nozzle coming out of open mouth; bands of curled hair, oil filling hole with hinge; to the back a small ring handle with thumb guard to the top; oval pedestal base. 245 grams, 13cm (5"). Property of a private Welsh collector, acquired in the late 1970s; formerly in the Frank Starky collection, Birmingham, UK, acquired in the late 1960s or early 1970s.Fine condition, lid absent.
Lot 192
2nd century AD. A bronze oil lamp with basal ring and piriform body, D-shaped nozzle; curved handle with finial formed as a bacchant with dressed curls, ivy leaves below the chin, wearing a D-shaped headdress. 381 grams, 13cm (5"). Property of a private New York collector; formerly in a private US collection, acquired in the 1980s.Fine condition.
Lot 1929
Han Dynasty, 206 BC-220 AD. A large discoid bronze mirror with one polished face, reverse with central pierced lug, three tiers of figural scenes including a courtyard with people and animals, two addorsed guard dogs, two opposed dragons; stylised animals to the outer ring, chamfered rim. 4.4 kg, 38cm (15"). Property of a North West London gentleman; part of his father's collection formed during the 1980s. Fine condition.
Lot 193
1st century AD. A substantial bronze hanging oil lamp comprising a central bowl and three radiating nozzles each with a D-shaped finial and heart-shaped aperture, interstitial spandrels, basal ring, three chains attached to a distributor ring and suspension chain above. Cf. Mattusch, C.C., Pompeii and the Roman Villa: Art and Culture Around the Bay of Naples, Washington, 2008, item 47.1.1 kg, 23cm (9"). Property of a European gentleman; formerly in a German private collection formed in the 1950-1970s.Fine condition.
Lot 1945
17th-18th century AD. A bronze ritual dagger with central bulb forming the vajra three radiating grotesque heads with crowns forming the pommel, triangular-section point with serpentsin low relief. 785 grams, 28cm (11"). Property of a North West London gentleman; part of his father's collection formed during the 1980s. [No Reserve] Fair condition.
Lot 1946
14th-16th century AD. A stone shrine fragment with three recesses to the flat face, each with a bronze figure inserted, one a Buddha sitting cross-legged with inset red glass(?) cabochons, the other two crowned Bodhisattvas with hands in the mudra of instruction. 3.6 kg, 21cm (8 1/4"). Property of a North West London gentleman; part of his father's collection formed during the 1980s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 195
1st century BC-2nd century AD. A bronze mason's square with flange base, openwork triangular panel set on the perpendicular with upper edge at 45°, internal volute with open lobe ends, long rectangular spur to the other end at 315°; faint remains of ivy leaf and tendril decoration to both sides. 226 grams, 23cm (9"). Property of an East Anglian collector; formerly acquired on the European art market in the 1990s.Fair condition. Rare.
Lot 1955
Tang Dynasty, 618-906 AD or later. A bronze disc mirror with one polished face, the reverse with raised rim, central pierced lug, frieze of running dogs in low relief in a mesh of tendrils and leaves. 354 grams, 13cm (5 1/4"). Property of a North West London gallery; formerly in a 1980s collection. Fair condition.
Lot 196
1st century BC-3rd century AD. A bronze sistrum musical rattle with columnar handle, looped head with flared outer rims, applied lobe finials, four opposed pairs of holes to the sidewalls with bronze and iron wire rods to accept metal rings which tinkle when shaken. 145 grams, 17.5cm (7"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the early 1970s.Fair condition. Extremely rare.
Lot 1960
18th-19th century AD. A substantial bronze vessel with rounded underside, bulbous body, sloping shoulder and flange rim; the lower body with incised circumferential lines, the shoulder segmented with later engraved zodiacal(?) signs, phases of the moon, short texts and panels with facing busts, figures and animals; the neck with graduated lines and notations, the rim with a frieze of winged females in flight. 4.1 kg, 27cm width (10 1/2"). Ex South London collection; acquired in the late 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 197
Dated 20th September 104 AD. The majority of an important and seemingly textually unique bronze diploma tablet of a Mauritanian cavalryman under the rule of Trajan (98 - 117 AD), which dates precisely to 20 September AD 104; issued to troops stationed in the province Mauretania Tingitana; the text gives us two new names of consuls to plug a gap in the consular list for that particular year: one is Sextus Subrius Dexter Cornelius Priscus, already known to have been consul around the year 104; his consular colleague’s name was Cn(aeus) [….]ius Paullus Caesonianus and is as yet unidentified and hitherto unknown; the diploma also gives us another first, the name of the governor of the province, Mauretania Tingitana, where the relevant troops were stationed: Lucius Plotius Grypus; he is known (only as Plotius Grypus, his first name was hitherto unknown) from a poem by the Roman poet Statius (Silvae IV.9), dedicated to Grypus when a young man some years earlier, in the early 90s AD, and his career has been the subject of some scholarly debate. 165 grams total, 16.5cm high (6 1/2"). Property of a Middlesex gentleman; acquired in the 1980s; accompanied by scholarly notes on the inscription by Dr Ittai Gradel, report number 158028. Described by Dr. Ittai Gradel as 'Unique and important and worthy of publication'. Fragmentary, some parts missing, but text can probably be restored in full. An excessively rare example of a Trajanic diploma.
Lot 198
1st-2nd century AD. A group of five bronze diploma fragments comprising: a rectangular fragment with partial inscription 'ETVICEN? / VRA?VESTIDE / NEST?MIS / VNTI' to one side; a small rectangular fragment with schematic signs; a triangular fragment with partial inscription 'IMPC / FIL / MAV / FF' and 'IMP' to the other side; a rectangular fragment with partial inscription 'TIC / F / T' to one side and '?i? / MVC?' to the reverse; a rectangular fragment with 'TI' above, below a partial inscription ' REBVE / DESCR / NEA Q/ TEMP', the reverse with 'ONTIFEXMA / ?OSIII P? / NTINAII'. 47.3 grams total, 21-64mm (1 - 2 1/2"). From the collection of a European gentleman living in South London; acquired 1970-1980.[5]Fair condition.
Lot 1990
Tang Dynasty, 618-906 AD or later. A tinned bronze disc mirror with pierced lug to the centre of the reverse, rectilinear grid with rosettes and animals, band of raised text, raised border with tendrils. 1 kg, 20.3cm (8"). Property of a North West London gallery; formerly in a 1980s collection. Fine condition.
Lot 1995
19th-20th century AD. A bronze figure of Chakrasamvara seated cross-legged on an openwork lotus-flower base with Hevajra facing, the god crowned and with pendant earrings. Cf. Storm, R., Myths and Legends of India, Egypt, China and Japan, Wigston, 2011, p.154. 364 grams, 13.5cm (5 1/4"). Property of a London collector, acquired early 1990s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 1997
19th century AD. A gilt-bronze figure of Arya Tara sitting cross-legged wearing a tiered crown and collar, right hand held in the mudra of understanding, flowers and foliage flanking. 3.1 kg, 27cm (10 1/2"). From a private UK collection, acquired on the London art market 1990-2000. Fine condition.
Lot 2005
12th-13th century AD. A complete and matching bronze palanquin suspension set comprising one large central and two smaller end hooks and corresponding hoops; the smaller hooks each formed as a bird with curved body and tail, wings spread to support a wreath of leaves topped with a knop, the larger hook similar but with lateral bird figures and a spike above; the smaller hoops each a round-section curved bar and keyhole socket with leaf and scroll detailing, the larger similar but with winged mythical beings to the shoulders; with a custom-made wooden display stand. See Chou Ta-Kuan, The Customs of Cambodia, Bangkok, 2001, p.27; see Honolulu Academy of Arts, Passion for Form, Honolulu, 2007, catalogue no.35, pp.88-89. 3.8 kg total, 55cm (stand width) (21 1/2"). Property of a Jersey gentleman; by inheritance from his father; acquired in lieu of a debt in 1962 and originally brought back to Jersey by a British army officer in the 19th century. [6] Fine condition. Rare.
Lot 2020
20th century AD. A bronze statue of the war god Begtse on horseback, seated sideways on a saddle blanket made of human skin, wrathful expression, pronounced eyebrows and three eyes, the crown of five skulls on his flaming hair; a flaming staff in his outstretched right hand, left hand holding an enemy heart, two further hearts at the horse's feet; lotus base with separate fillet to the base engraved with a flower motif, old collector's sticker to base. 826 grams, 13.5cm (5 1/4"). Property of a North London gentleman; previously in a private collection formed in the 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 2022
Meiji Period, 1868-1912 AD. A bronze barrel-shaped vessel with applied openwork handles, high-relief dragon figure coiled about the body with a tama sacred pearl in its claw on a field of swirls and waves. See Song, L., Chinese Bronze Ware, Cambridge, 2011. 2.3 kg, 24cm (9 1/2"). Property of a London collector, acquired early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 2023
19th century AD. A substantial gilt-bronze figure of Buddha sitting cross-legged on a tiered base with lotus petal detailing, with right hand resting on his knee, fingertips touching the earth (Bhumisparsha mudra) and left palm-upwards in his lap; the face serene with wide eyes, ushnisha and inset glass(?) cabochon studs. 7.3kg, 40cm (15 3/4"). Ex North London gentleman; formerly in a private collection formed between 1990 and 2000. Fine condition.
Lot 2029
Tang Dynasty, 618-906 AD or later. A bronze disc mirror with central pierced lug to the reverse, figural scenes in three registers surrounded by a band of script, outer hatched band and tendrils to the border. 920 grams, 18.5cm (7 1/4"). From a North West London collection; previously acquired in the 1980s. Fine condition.
Lot 2033
Han Dynasty, 206 BC-220 AD. A pair of lead filled bronze weights depicting a facing rat holding its paws, long tail curved between the back legs. 574 grams total, 54mm each (2"). Property of a London doctor; previously in the collection of her husband by inheritance; formerly acquired during travels in the Far East during the 1920s. [2, No Reserve] Fine condition.
Lot 2038
3rd millennium BC. A large bronze discoid seal with two addorsed birds, above them an openwork rosette, surrounded by a scalloped border, each petal perforated; pierced knop handle to the reverse. 155 grams, 87mm (3 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number W-433, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 2039
23rd-20th century BC. A bronze discoid seal with compartmented design comprising: central circle with cross surrounded by nine smaller circles, each attached to the centre by a single arm and a scalloped bordered, circle to each petal; to the reverse, two circles of twisted bands, a dot to each twist; handle with tall shank and round pierced terminal. 96 grams, 74mm (3"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number Z-197, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 2040
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A group of three bronze stamps comprising: one in the form of a crouched horned quadruped with large eye and compartmented body, inverted u-shaped handle to reverse; one in the form of a horned bull with compartmented body, filled with zig-zag lines, handle to reverse; and one discoid with openwork design of a monkey with curved tail and triangular object upon its back, strap handle to the reverse. 68 grams total, 43-48mm (1 3/4-2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-904, N 87, 228, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.
Lot 2043
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals including five accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: T-764) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 24 x 28.5 mm. This has a roughly round flat face, and sides which rise steeply and flare inwards to an oval pierced loop. The design on the face shows a standing horned quadruped with wings with filling motifs around. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is generally in very good condition, only the loop is worn, and there is a little scratching of the face.'; T-501) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 24 x 21 mm. This has a round, flat face and a convex back leading up to a short stalk handle surmounted by an oval pierced top. The design on the face is a pattern of curving linear strokes, apparently entirely abstract. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The handle and the outer rim of the face are worn down, otherwise the seal is in good condition and the metal is well preserved.'; U-565) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 24 x 32 mm. This has a round flat face and a convex back which rises to a stalk handle, now encased in incrustation, which could be removed. The design on the face is achieved with raised lines and consists of a kind of S in the middle and to each side a linear motif, but different on each side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. The edges of the seal are worn off, but most of the design remains.'; U-495) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18 x 16 x 20 mm. This has a roughly round face and round back, which is slightly convex and in the centre there is a stalk handle with pierced suspension loop on the end. The design, which is achieved with raised lines, consists of three curving lines based on the outer rim. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. The edge is worn off at one point and there is a hole in the seal due to a defect in the manufacture, otherwise it is in fair condition.'; B-25) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 32 x 33 x 35 mm. This has a flat face, with no outer rim, but with design in raised metal strips. The solid back rises to a pierced knob handle. The design consists of a trefoil in the middle with a support for each of the three arms, and around it on the edge three single loops with three double loops between them. The seal comes from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c.2000-1500 B.C. There is slight damage to the edges, and the hole is worn, but despite incrustation which could be removed, the metal is in very good condition. The double loops could be seen as standing quadrupeds.' 306 grams total, 16-33mm (1/2 - 1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 2044
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals including nine accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: T-8) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18.5 x 18.5 x 19 mm.This has a round flat face and convex back rising to a stalk handle with suspension loop on top. The design on the face shows a V-shape offset by two crescents. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1700 B.C. It is in good condition and a nice example of its kind.'; T-449) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 16 x 15 x 17 mm. This has the shape of the design, with flat face with zig-zag edge and compartmented interior. The back is convex and a stalk handle is mounted on it with grooved loop on top. The design shows a kind of star with circle in the middle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface which could be removed, but the metal underneath is in good condition, and this is a nice example of its kind.'; R-487) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 21 x 20 x 21 mm. This has a flat round face and a sharply rising back to an oval pierced handle. The design on the face is a linear pattern within a rim: two crescents based on the edge, a curling line also starting from the edge, and a single short stroke likewise from the edge. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed, and the piece is in good condition.'; R-222) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 17 x 24 mm. This has an oval flat face, short short steep sides, and a back which rises gently to a stalk handle with pierced loop on top. The design, which is done in raised lines and dots, is a combination of straight lines, curved lines, and dots. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It is generally well preserved, but one side of the base appears to have been rubbed off.'; R-765) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 19 x 25 mm. This has a round flat face and sides which rise sharply and curve inwards to a pierced oval handle. The design on the face consists of a S-shape and two V-shapes, one each side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is covered with incrustation which could be removed, but generally it is good condition.'; T-519) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 13 x 13 x 24.5 mm. This has a round flat face and vertical sides that lead to a back rising steeply to a stalk handle with pierced loop on top.the design on the face is linear within an outer rim: a straight line with antithetical branch on each side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is corrosion on the surface which could be removed. The metal appears to be in good condition. The design on the face is somewhat worn down.'; V-384) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 17 x 18 mm. This has a flat oval face, and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a suspension loop. The design on the face is compartmented and is made up of a central oval. the ends of which extend to the edge, and two crescents based on the edge beside the oval. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with thick incrustation, which could be removed, but it appears that the metal beneath is sound.'; V-312) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18 x 19 x 19 x 18 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face surrounded by a rim, and flat back on which is mounted a stalk handle with suspension loop. The design is a trefoil. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. Generally the piece is in good condition.'; V-315) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 10.5 x 10.5 x 22 mm. This has a flat round face and the back rises to a tall stalk handle with suspension loop. The design consists of a single curving line dividing the circle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but otherwise it is in fair condition.' 101 grams total, 22.5-25mm (3/4 - 1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 2047
23rd-10th century BC. A group of five bronze seals including three accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-453) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 55 x 55 x 32mm. This is round, with scalloped outer edge: The face is flat, as is the back also, with a tall handle mounted on it. This handle is ridge and has a suspension loop on top, now broken. The design on the face consists of central rosette with eight petals, around which is a circle of dots between lines, and beyond this middle band is a large number of motifs which may be more petals or leaves. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 1500-1000 B.C. It is a less common type, not being compartmented. It is in fair condition.'; (U-36) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 57 x 57.5 x 19mm. This is round with spikey outer edge, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. the design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a central Greek cross within an expanded quadrate cross, within the outer band, which is plain save for the outer spikes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in good condition -- only one outer spike is damaged -- and the metal has been conserved.'; (R-743) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 48 x 47.5 x 27mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted an oblong pierced handle. The design is both compartmented and open-work. it consists of a scorpion within an outer band, joined principally by tail and pincers, but also by its legs which serve as struts. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed, and the outer rim is damaged, but otherwise the piece is in good condition.'; the rest comprising: one discoid with compartmented oblong to the centre, irregular openwork shapes to the field, inverted U-shape handle to the reverse; one roughly square-shaped with slightly curved sides, one corner absent, design with three wavy designs splitting the square in two, each part filled with three circles, each with a smaller circle within, strap handle to the reverse. 189 grams total, 48-55mm (2-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers U-36, U-453, R-743, Y-800, Y-264, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.
Lot 2050
Late 9th-early 11th century AD. A bronze head of a deity with elongated pierced ears, hair in tight coils with larger to the crown; part of a larger statue. 133 grams, 35mm (1 1/4"). Property of a Middlesex collector; acquired on the London art market before 2000; formerly in an old English collection. Fine condition.
Lot 2057
Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals some accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states:(R-772) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 20 x 13 mm. This has a flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop of sheet metal, thickened at the edges and with rope design along the middle. The object has a shape matching the design, which is compartmented. It consists of a crescent at the bottom joined by three short strokes to an open flower with three projections at the top. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual design, and is in very good condition save for a damaged handle.'; (T-864) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 18 x 11 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a Greek cross divided into five rectangles with an extra element added at the end of each arm with rounded end, and rounded struts fill the gaps between the arms. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a little worn and bent, but the metal has been conserved and the piece is generally in good condition.'; (B-1) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 28 x 30 x 10 mm. This is roughly round, with a loop handle of pyramid shape on the back. The face is compartmented, but with solid back. The design is a pattern with two crossing lines resulting in four unequal quarters with matching designs in opposite quarters. The one pair show a curving line with straight line crossing it in the larger one a stroke starting from the edge in the direction of the centre. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-2000 B.C. It is in fair condition.'; (R-470) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 26 x 18 mm. This has a round flat face, and the sides rise steeply to a small loop handle of inverted V-shape. The design consists of spirals, one a double spiral. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It has an attractive design of its type, and is slightly damaged, but generally in good condition.'; (R-463) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 30.5 x 28 x 13 mm. This is round with scalloped edges, with flat face and roughly flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is a rosette with seven petals, all curling a little to the edge, with central small circle and lines along the 'petals' engraved on the metal. The back is shaped to reflect these 'petals'. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The metal has been conserved and the piece is in very good condition. The type is one of the less common for the period and area.' 112 grams total, 19-29mm (3/4 - 1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
Lot 2059
17th-18th century AD. A bronze figurine of Uma Parameshwari standing with legs crossed, right hand on her hip and left hand gripping a vine(?); mounted on a custom-made stand. Cf. Dehejia, V. et al, eds. Chola: Sacred Bronzes of Southern India, London, 2007, fig.18, for type. 580 grams, 19cm high including stand (7 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; from his father's collection formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Fair condition.
Lot 2065
23rd-20th century BC. A mixed group of five bronze discoid brooches with openwork design comprising, all accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-276) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 43 x 43 x 14mm. This has a flat round face, compartmented and open-work. The back is also flat, and a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted in the middle. The design shows a sheep or goat standing with feet together and head turned backwards. This figure is supported by struts within a plain outer band. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has a rare design, and is in good condition except that the outer rim is worn and dented.'; (C-5) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 46 x 46 x 19mm. This is round, compartmented, and open work save for the outer band. There is a loop handle with flat top on the back. The design on the face has a small circle in the middle, from which go outwards seven curling lines which end in crescents resting on the inner circle of the outer rim. The band around the rim is plain on the inside and wavey on the outside. This is a seal from west central Asia, c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual and fascinating design, and is in good condition save for a little damage to the rim.'; (R-901) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 56 x 56.5 x 13mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, shows a snake with curling body biting the neck of a bearded goat, while a second snake with scaly body seems to merge into the body of the goat. The design is put within an outer plain band. The design is engraved on the back. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare design, perhaps unique, and the piece is in very good condition save for some denting and damage to the outer rim.'; (R-516) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 54 x 52 x 24mm. This is roughly square with slightly rounded sides and corners. It has a flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a large handle of inverted V-shape. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a central greek cross, and to the end of each arm is joined an inlet from an outer band, which has points at each corner, both outwards and inwards. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with incrustation, which could be removed, and the metal appears to be in good condition. The piece as a whole is well preserved save for slight bending.'; (T-781) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 46 x 49 x 16mm. This has the shape of what is depicted, with flat face, flat back, and handle on the back of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of two snakes tête bêche, their bodies forming rough ovals, with the tail turning to touch the body in nearly a circle, and the head touching this circle. Between them at each end is a curving band and five struts fill the space between them. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare design, and is in good condition. the metal has been conserved, and there is only the slightest bending of the rim.' 140 grams total, 42-56mm (1 3/4-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-516, R-901T-781, U-276, C-5, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.
Lot 2071
Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals, each accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: (T-807) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 41 x 40.5 x 18 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and flat back ,on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is compartmented and open-work, and consists of a central Greek cross, each arm of which also serves as the arm of a further Greek cross, but with longer cross-bar. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an interesting design and is generally in good condition. There is slight denting and damage only.'; (T-693) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 28.5 x 21 mm. This has the shape is[sic] what is depicted, with flat compartmented face and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a pierced loop. The design shows a stylized face of an ibex, seen from the front. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is an attractive piece for its somewhat abstract design, and in good condition. The incrustation on it could be removed.'; (T-675) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 24 x 12 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted U-shape is mounted. The design, which is compartmented and partly open-work, consists of four Greek crosses, two of the arms of which touch the arms of the adjacent cross, and the remaining space is divided into small squares. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual and interesting design, and is in good condition save that the corners are damaged.'; (T-4) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 25 x 22 mm. This has the shape of what is depicted. The face is flat and compartmented. The back is also flat, with a stalk handle with large suspension loop on the top. The design has a central circle and variously-shaped compartments.This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1700 B.C. There are some lacks around the edges, but what remains is in good condition.'; (V-946) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 40 x 6.5 mm. This bears the shape of the thing depicted, with flat, compartmented face, and back thicker in the middle, with smoothed edges, on which are remains of a suspension loop. The design shows a standing quadruped with humped back and projections from the head. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare piece, in fair condition, the ears or horns being damaged.'; (U-165) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 30 x 29 x 11 mm. This is a round disc, with handle of inverted U-shape mounted on the back. The design on the face consists of a rosette with four petals and a dot in each petal and in the centre, with filling V-strokes in pairs between the petals. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but it is generally in good condition.'; (P-13) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 38 x 37 x 16 mm. This bears the shape of a five-pointed star, the points being compartmented. The face is flat, as is the back, on which is mounted a handle in the shape of an inverted U. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The seal is in very good condition and is a fine example of its kind.'; (U-395) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 23 x 22 mm. This bears the shape of the design with flat compartmented face and flat back on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a circular suspension loop. The design consists of a simple cross, each arm of which ends in a spiral. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is in good condition, though the handle is worn down.' 136 grams total, 23-38mm (1 - 1 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Mainly fine condition.
Lot 2072
Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A group of three bronze stamp seals, all accompanied by typed and signed notes by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (V-875) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 65 x 63 x 19mm. This is round, with scalloped outer rim, with flat face and flat back in the centre of which is an angular suspension loop. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of the outer band, plain save for scalloped edge, and the area within this band is divided into rectangles and L-shapes so far as the curving outer circle allowed. In the centre are four oblongs so placed that half of each projects from the others, and along this oblong an L-shape was put, joining the outer band, and the sides of all these figures were extended to the outer band, and the sides of all these figure were extended to the outer band where there was opportunity. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is an interesting design, and the metal appears to be in good condition. The seal is generally in good condition save for denting of the rim.'; (1940) 'Compartmented Bronze Stamp Seal, c. 64mm. diameter, c. 22mm. high. This is round, with an outer rim and within that the design. This has a square in the middle with one straight line from the middle of each side respectively direct to the edge. From each corner of the square a zig-zag line goes direct to the edge, and two more zig-zag lines run parallel to the one connecting with the corner of the square on each side of it, but joining the straight line and the edge. There is a pointed loop handle on the back. This seal comes from West-Central Asia, perhaps Turkmenia, and dates to c.2000 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; (R-201) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 65 x 65 x 18mm. This is round with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop handle of inverted V-shape.The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a Greek cross with single lines going from side to side in the middle of each arm. The roughly triangular quarters created by this cross are filled with a central circle surrounded by six irregular shapes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c.2300-2000 B.C. The outer edge is a little dented in places, but otherwise it is in very good condition, and it is a fine example of its kind.' 197 grams, 62-65mm (2 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers 1940, R-201, V-875, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.
Lot 2075
17th-18th century AD. A bronze statuette of standing Buddha on a rectangular base, wearing loosely draped robe, right hand raised in a gesture of reassurance, left hand holding a bell(?), serene expression, ushnisha above the head, elongated earlobes; pierced lug to the back and two rectangular slots to the base. 1.1 kg, 25cm (10"). Property of a Middlesex collector; acquired on the London art market before 2000; formerly in an old English collection. Fair condition.
Lot 2080
Later 3rd-mid 2nd millennium BC. A bronze discoid stamp seal with chevron handle; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 55 x 55 x 20 mm. This is a round disc, with flat compartmented face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of wide inverted V-shape. The design shows a seated figure in the centre with one arm raised, surrounded by myriad shapes which are difficult to interpret. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-1500 B.C. It is extremely rare and large. The condition is generally good. The incrustation could be removed and the few spots of disease cured.' 76 grams, 55mm (2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number V-952; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.
Lot 2086
Late 3rd millennium BC-2nd century AD. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals some accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: (R-474) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19.5 x 19.5 x 10 mm. This is roughly a round disc, with flat face, slightly convex back, and the beginning of a stalk handle on the back, now pierced for suspension. The design is linear and consists of four crescents adjoining the edge, one with a pole supporting it. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It is in good condition, though the handle broke in antiquity and a secondary hole was bored to carry it.'; (T-856) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18.5 x 24 x 7 mm. This has roughly a V-shape, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop handle. The design, which is done in raised lines, consists of three parallel lines of zig-zag covering the base of the V, and a vertical line of zig-zag in each arm. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed. The piece is generally in good condition save that the ends of the arms are worn or broken. It is a rare type.'; (T-457) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 21 x 20 x 12 mm. This has a round, flat face with notched edge, and flat back on which is mounted a loop handle. The design on the face, which is cut into the surface, shows a heraldic eagle: head sideways on top, wings spread, and tail feathers down. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but generally it is in fair condition, and is a fine example of its type.'; (U-513) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 23 x 12 mm. This has a round flat face and a back which rises to the base of a button which is pierced for suspension. The design on the face shows a horse with head down and a Greek inscription above it: ??????[?] Of the king. This comes from west central Asia and is to be dated to the Bactrian dynasty, c. 300-100 B.C. It is in good condition. (U-458) A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 31 x 7 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of strip metal. The design is compartmented and consists of a simple cross dividing the square into four smaller squares, in each of which is a central small circle surrounded by a zig-zag square. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a less common type, and though it is bent, it is otherwise in quite good condition.'; (D-9) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 55 x 55 x 16 mm. This is round, with flat face and back, the design being openwork and compartmented. There is a stout loop handle like an inverted V on the back. The design consists of five loops starting from a very short strut on the central small circle, four of which then support each two outer loops, one on each arm, joining up to the outer band. The fifth inner loop supports only one such outer loop. A simple band surrounds the whole. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition, only the outer band being slightly dented.'; (W-143) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 23 x 15 mm. This is a thick disc with flat face and back, on which is mounted a handle of sheet metal with two grooves over it. The design consists of a central globe surrounded by a looping line and in the gaps between the loops and the outer rim a smaller globe is placed (one now missing"). This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is a less common type and the metal is sound, while the seal is generally in fair condition.'; (V-280) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 25 x 9 mm. This is a round flat disc with a piece of pierced strip metal mounted on the back as a handle. The design on the face shows a symbol in the middle like a spear-head, and to each side a standing figure holding a rod or weapon in one hand. The one figure has a normal head, the other what seems to be the head of a horned animal. This comes from west central Asia and is a little known type and so difficult to date, but c. 500 B.C. to 200 A.D. is most probably the correct range.' 105 grams total, 20-31mm (3/4 -1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.
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