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Click here to subscribeThe Incredible Hulk Silver Age Marvel Comic 102 Apr 1968, Hulk moves from "Tales to Astonish" to own Title in issue #102, cover price 12c (UK 1/- stamp) Very Fine plus 129 July 1970 bronze issue Very Fine + both bagged/boarded.(2 items) Before buying please see important auction information.
Five Vintage Captain America Silver Age Marvel Comics, 102 June 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine + 103 July 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine+ 105 September 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine + 105 September 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby VG, 109 Jan 1969 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine all with 12c cover price, plus 121 Jan 1970 bronze age 15c cover price, 1st appearance of The Man Brute! writer Jack Lee, cover artist Gene Colan, very Fine and 1 Jan 1970 King Size Special G, all bagged/boarded. (7 items) Before buying please see important auction information.
DC Batman with Robin Bronze Age Comic, No.234 August 1971, cover price 25c, 7 ½ p UK stamp, writers Mike Friedrich, Dennis Oneil, cover artist Neil Adams, good/very good, No.59 May 1965 Batman and Green Lantern cover price 12c, 10d UK stamp, cover artist Gil Kane, very good/fine and No.68 November 1968 Batman and Metamorpho, very good/fine, all bagged (3 items) *Before buying please see important auction information.
Royal Air Force Chaplains Department Collar Badges, fine pair of gilt metal chaplains winged collar badges accompanied by another example with brooch pin fitting to the reverse; large type gilt metal RAF education officers collar badge by J R Gaunt London and smaller example both with lug fittings; bronze education department torch collar badge with two lug fittings, pair of brass RAF other ranks collar badges, anodised example and metal wheel trade badge. 10 items
Peter Hicks Bronze Resin Figures and China Mugs: Four figures standing 24/25 cms high to include Royal Regt of Fusiliers, 95th Rifle Regt 1812, Green Howard 1688 and Cpl. J.Ross VC 1885, all with plaques mounted on bases. Five large bone china mugs from the Great Battles of the British Army Collection by the Army Benevolent Fund. 9 items
Ca. 550 BC.A bronze bowl with a spherical body with a pronounced rim and concentric circle design. A brilliant patina enhances the surface. These bowls were often used to hold liquids like wine or oil, which were important not just for sustenance, but also for religious ceremonies. Size: 90mm x 185mm; Weight: 500g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Ca. 400 BC.A bronze finger ring formed of a D-shaped thin hoop and a large bezel with an engraved depiction of a mythological being combining features of a four-legged creature for its lower body melded with a human head. Size: 8mm x P 1/2mm; Weight: 3.6g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze libation bowl of the hemispherical body with an attractive patina across the vessel. Bowls of this kind were used to pour libations to the gods and drink on more ordinary occasions. Size: 75mm x 145mm; Weight: 133g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100-300.A cast bronze figurine representing an eagle, poised on an integrated flat base. The intricately incised body exhibits feather-like details, with the head subtly turned to the side and wings gracefully folded. The eagle held profound symbolism for Romans, often serving as an emblem of military strength, power, and imperial authority. For a similar, please see Christie's Online Auction 18699, 16 June 2020, Lot 168.Size: 65mm x 45mm; Weight: 135g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. AD 200.A green-patinated bronze head and shoulders bust of Hercules, the legendary hero and demigod renowned for his exceptional strength and courage. He was the Roman equivalent of the Greek hero Heracles and was often depicted undertaking various legendary feats, known as the Twelve Labours, which showcased his valour and divine lineage as the son of Jupiter (Zeus) and Alcmena. Size: 65mm x 46mm; Weight: 255g Provenance: Private UK collection; from the estate of a West Sussex collector.
Ca. AD 200.A cast bronze figurine depicting a bull in a standing posture, positioned atop a tiered integral base. The sculpture features a slender body of the animal, characterized by a well-defined head, short curved horns, and a pronounced snout. Size: 65mm x 40mm; Weight: 86g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. AD 100-300.A cast bronze pendant in the shape of a phallus, with stylised testicles and a suspension loop for hanging. The phallic amulets were protective talismans that could ward off evil and were believed to bring good luck, health, and fertility. Size: 43mm x 20mm; Weight: 20.7g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. AD 100-200.A bronze figurine representing an eagle. The sculpture features a meticulously rendered bird with wings elegantly folded and with incised feathers. The small head with accentuated eyes, and a beak that curves downward. Size: 50mm x 25mm; Weight: 35g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. AD 1-300.A bronze key ring with a wide round hoop and a projecting bezel with teeth of varying shape and size. Keys rings were used to open chests, boxes, and caskets, although they sometimes served ceremonial or decorative purposes, such as matron keys, and votive offerings. Key rings were also a subtle status symbol implying that the wearer had valuable assets to protect. For a similar see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 96.9.440. Size: D:15.29mm / US: 4 1/4 / UK: I; Weight: 16.2g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1980s;
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze finger ring composed of a round hoop expanding at the shoulders to form a bezel, set with a white stone intaglio engraved with a depiction of a standing robed goddess, facing right and holding a long staff in the right hand. Size: D:13.5mm / US: 2 1/4 / UK: D 1/2; Weight: 2.5g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze finger ring composed of a flat-section shank, stepped-in shoulders and a circular bezel with a depiction of a left-facing standing stag with its impressive antler. Size: 7 3/4mm x Pmm; Weight: 8.3g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. AD 200-300.A freestanding bronze figurine of goddess Victory (Greek Nike) in the upright pose with her right hand raised. She wears a long, flowing robe, and at her back, small wings are spread. Size: 53mm x 35mm; Weight: 46g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. AD 100.A realistically modelled bronze eagle figurine, standing on a base, long wings folded, the wingtips crossed, feather detailing to the body. An Aquila (eagle) was a prominent symbol used in ancient Rome, especially as the standard of a Roman legion. Size: 70mm x 30mm; Weight: 130g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. AD 100.A cast bronze figurine of an eagle with its wings folded, attentive eyes and its head held straight. The bird stands atop an integral base. The eagle symbolized not only imperial authority but also embodied qualities of bravery, strength, and everlasting legacy. Serving as a standard, the eagle was carried by the legionary eagle-bearer at the forefront of Roman military formations, embodying the spirit, power, and authority of the Roman legions. Size: 40mm x 20mm; Weight: 39g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. AD 100-200.A bronze figurine of the goddess Fortuna, known in Greek mythology as Tyche. Standing in an elegant pose, she is draped in a flowing robe with a hood. In her left hand, the goddess cradles a cornucopia, symbolizing abundance, a fitting emblem for a deity associated with good fortune and prosperity. Fortuna, revered in Roman and Greek mythology, personified the capricious nature of luck and fate. As the goddess of chance, she held sway over the unpredictable turns of life, representing both the capriciousness of fortune and the potential for great blessings. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 96.9.400. Size: 70mm x 35mm; Weight: 108g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100-300.A cast bronze pendant shaped like a gladius sword. It features a tapering blade with a perforation at its lower end, a protective guard and a knobbed handle. The gladius, a vital component of a Roman legionary's armament, was a renowned short sword characterized by its double-edged blade and compact design. Employed by Roman soldiers in close-quarter combat, it became a symbol of Roman military might and discipline. Size: 40mm x 0.7mm; Weight: 7.4g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 200-500 .A collection of five Roman bronze rings, all featuring a round hoop and decorative bezels. Varied patterns enrich the pieces, including a’ ring and a dot' motif, possibly associated with the cult of the sun; floral and geometric designs. Size: Collection of 5, UK: I-R; Weight: 7.75g Provenance: Private London collector, acquired on the Austrian Art market, formerly in an old USA collection formed since the 1970s.
Ca. AD 200-501.A collection of five Roman bronze rings, all featuring a round hoop and decorative bezels. Varied patterns enrich the pieces, including a’ ring and a dot' motif, possibly associated with the cult of the sun, and geometric designs. Size: Collection of 5, UK: L-R; Weight: 12g Provenance: Private London collector, acquired on the Austrian Art market, formerly in an old USA collection formed since the 1970s.
Ca. AD 100-300.A striking heptagonal bronze ring with engraved designs on the exterior and a lovely green patina. The ring has a flat interior and an exterior decorated with a double incised vertical stripe at each corner, connected by a diagonal engraving. Size: D:17.53mm / US: 7 1/4 / UK: O; Weight: 13.68g 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.
Ca. 12-14th Century AD.Ancient Near East / Holy Land, Byzantine Empire. An exquisite cast copper-iron processional cross with added decorative elements. The cross is composed of two flared sections, pinned together in the center with a cast-bronze medallion. The lateral arms are adorned with pointed finials on their upper corners, and on top is an intricate bronze crucifix finial flanked by small palmettes. From each arm hangs a pair of suspended rock crystal beads, and a large tang projects from beneath the vertical arm for attachment to a long bronze or wooden pole. The circular bronze medallion is ringed with faint silvering and displays an image of the Virgin Mary and the infant Christ. A pointille Greek inscription on the obverse side reads, "SOFRONIYO," possibly an inexact genitive name form of "Sofronios," perhaps the individual responsible for dedicating the cross. Another inscription on the horizontal arms, though faded on the left arm, reads, "IA KONYA," perhaps a reference to the modern city of the same name. Published in "Venerable Traditions: Works of Art from the Ancient World." Fortuna Fine Arts, Ltd., New York, 2007. Size: 685mm x 325mm; Weight: 885g Provenance: Ex. Janet Zakos collection, Switzerland, acquired in the 1980s; private East Coast, USA collection.
Ca. AD 600-800.A square-shaped bronze bread stamp with an upper face divided into two registers: the top one with carved decor, the bottom one with two lines of inscription. Bread stamps functioned as seals that marked loaves, guaranteeing their compliance with established quality and weight standards. Size: 65mm x 65mm; Weight: 160g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. 10th-12th Century.A bronze amulet which takes the elegant form of a bearded axe with flat top and a knob-like protrusion on the lower side. Decoration includes punched circles near the blade, thought by some to represent celestial bodies. Other, intricate ornamentation includes rows of circular and triangular patterns incised around the outline of the amulet, and punched circles at the hilt. Some associate these amulets with Perun, a god of thunder and the supreme deity of the Pre-Viking Slavic religion Size: 45mm x 55mm; Weight: 20g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s.
Ca. AD 900-1100.A restrung necklace arrangement comprising various types of bronze beads, predominantly in the shape of tightly coiled spiral tubes, piriform bells and dangling foot-shaped adornments. Fabulous green patina. Size: 290mm x 260mm; Weight: 145g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. 2nd half of the 1st millennium BC.A cast bronze furniture element representing a facing lion with its mouth open and abundant mane; on an integral base. Hollow to the underside. Size: 300mm x 140mm; Weight: 2.5kg Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Ca. 9th-15th Century AD.A bronze finger ring formed of a flat-section hoop gradually expanding to form a flat bezel engraved with a depiction of a left-facing 'spread eagle' design, with accentuated wings and a dotted body. Reference: T.N. Pollio, Ancient Rings, 2018, p. 125. Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 4.1g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. 10th-12th Century AD.A bronze cross pendant of a symmetrical form, with each arm culminating in a rounded finial. Positioned at the top is a suspension loop, enabling the pendant to be worn. The upper face of this cross features a decoration of five raised knobs encircled by raised circles, evoking the symbolism associated with the five wounds of Christ. The five wounds are believed to mirror the injuries inflicted upon Jesus during his crucifixion, namely the piercing of his hands, feet, and side. By incorporating these five concentric circles resembling the wounds of Christ, the pendant serves as a powerful reminder of the redemptive sacrifice and suffering of Jesus. For a similar, please see The British Museum, Museum number 1880,0501.8. Size: 30mm x 23mm; Weight: 4g 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.
Ca. AD 1000-1500 AD.A bronze double reliquary crucifix pendant with a suspension loop from which hangs a box in the form of a cross with rectangular arms. The outside of the box bears only a simple engraved cross motif. The box may be closed using a hinge and clasp. Reliquary crosses were used to carry around small relics which provided protection to the wearer. Size: 42mm x 18mm; Weight: 7g Provenance: Property of a professional London art expert; obtained from an old British collection formed in the 1980s.
Ca. AD 600-800.A bronze reliquary cross plaque fashioned in the form of a Latin cross. It features loops positioned at the top and bottom, enabling it to be suspended. The upper face of the plaque showcases a representation of Corpus Christi, rendered in low relief. Size: 45mm x 22mm; Weight: 6g 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.
Ca. 9th-12th Century AD.A striking bronze ring decorated with circular punchmarks. This ring has a flat interior and a thick rounded exterior loop. It has three punchmarks on each shoulder, underscored by an incised horizontal line. This decorative scheme continues on the large, circular bezel, which is adorned with a circular design of punchmarks with a central circle in the middle. There are small, delicate zigzag patterns etched at random around the punchmarks, adding depth to the composition. Size: D:17.32mm / US: 7 / UK: N 1/2; Weight: 6.64g 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.
Ca. AD 1000-1100.A bronze finger ring of a round hoop with slightly expanding shoulders and a large flat bezel engraved with a Latin cross with four dots in each corner, a left-facing raven and a branch, all enclosed within a dotted border. Size: D:18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; Weight: 4.3g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Ca. 5th-7th Century AD.A bronze cross pendant with flaring terminals. At the junction and at each arm, there is a concentric circle motif that embodies the five wounds of Christ. This motif is a representation of the suffering of Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. The five wounds typically consist of the wounds on Christ’s hands, feet, and side. For a similar pendant, please see The British Museum, Museum number 1991,0403.39. Size: 32mm x 20mm; Weight: 4g 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.
Crusaders Period, Ca. AD 1100-1400 .A bronze cruciform pendant with scalloped arms and an integral circular suspension loop. The obverse features sets of five recesses to each arm, possibly to accept an inlay. The Crusades were military expeditions that began in the late 11th century AD. They were organized by Western European Christians in response to centuries of Muslim wars of expansion in the Holy Lands. People of all social classes took place in the Crusades, from heavily armed knights to humble peasants using improvised weapons, all in pursuit of salvation in the afterlife. Size: 36mm x 24mm; Weight: 4g 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.
Ca. AD 1100-1300.An intricately crafted bronze cross pendant composed of four segmented arms, each one expanding outward at the end. The junction where the arms meet is further embellished with an embossed dot motif. The pendant features a suspension loop at the top, making it easy to wear. Size: 29mm x 20mm; Weight: 4g 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.
Ca. AD 700-900.A double-sided bronze crucifix pendant featuring arms terminating in roundels, each adorned with a low relief bust of a saint. The pendant includes a suspension loop positioned at the top. Size: 60mm x 40mm; Weight: 16.5g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. AD 1100-1300.A bronze pendant featuring a cross shape with a pair of bronze round protrusions extending from each arm. The surface of the pendant is adorned with a concentric circles motif, and the top of the pendant with a suspension loop. Size: 54mm x 35mm; Weight: 9.6g Provenance: Private London collector, acquired on the UK Art market, pre-2000.
European, Ca. AD 1500-1700 .A collection of five Medieval bronze rings, all featuring a round hoop and decorative bezels. Varied patterns enrich the pieces, including geometric and floral designs. Size: Collection of 5, UK: F-R1/2; Weight: 10g Provenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.
Late Shang / Early Western Zhou Dynasty, Ca. 12th-11th century BC.A cast bronze ding vessel with a bulbous basin sitting atop three elaborately decorated legs. The vessel is adorned with raised relief on the upper section of the body with a register of dragons with stylised elongated bodies and separated from each other by protruding flanges. U-shaped handles are rising from the opposite sides of the flat rim. These bronze ritual vessels were used for offerings of food to ancestors. Possibly restored. Size: 430mm x 410mm; Weight: 13,3kg Provenance: East Anglian private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong.
Ca. 1100-1200 AD.A bronze oil lamp featuring a discoid body that is covered by a hinged lid with an intricate openwork and pointed finial. The lamp's front displays two channels with ivy leaf-shaped spouts that evoke the beauty of nature, while the rear boasts a handle with a loop and a decorative openwork finial that provides a comfortable grip and adds to the lamp's elegant design. Perhaps the most remarkable feature of this lamp is the three bent stylised legs with hoof-shaped finials on which it sits, adding a sense of grace and movement to the overall composition. The legs not only provide a stable base for the lamp but also elevate it to a level of aesthetic sophistication that is characteristic of Seljuk metalwork. Bronze oil lamps were an essential part of daily life, serving as a primary source of illumination in homes and public spaces. They were not only functional but also served as objects of artistic and cultural significance, displaying intricate designs and expert craftsmanship. Seljuk bronze oil lamps were often decorated with intricate openwork, calligraphy, and geometric patterns, reflecting the influence of Islamic art and culture. These lamps were also designed to be portable, making them ideal for use in both indoor and outdoor settings. Size: 180mm x 200mm ; Weight: 800g Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Ca. 5th-7th Century AD.A remarkable bronze decorative tripod stand, adorned with an intricate design. The feet of the stand are styled in shape of animal paws, above them, protrudes an elegant, columnar shaft, with multiple disc-like forms arranged around the centre. The pinnacle of this stand features a reel-shaped drip tray with a flat base and a tapering pricket attached in the middle, likely to hold a candle or oil lamp. Size: 300mm x 160mm; Weight: 1.82kg Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 2500-1550 BC.A bronze oil lamp featuring a flat-bottomed, circular design, complemented by a shallow bowl, flat flange, and a small spout. Such lamps served as essential sources of illumination. Filled with oil and ignited with a wick, they provided the warm glow necessary for various activities after sunset. Size: 30mm x 140mm; Weight: 117g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Ca. 550-450 BC.A bronze goblet formed of a deep cup with a flaring rim, sitting atop a stem foot. The goblet is adorned with a decorative register of low relief decoration consisting of animals and human figures below the band of scrolled motifs. Size: 80mm x 60mm; Weight: 95g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Luristan, Ca. 9th-7th Century BC.A cast bronze whetstone handle depicting the forequarters of an ibex with an elongated neck, finely detailed head with long backwards-curved horns and forelegs along the hollow body. On a custom-made stand. For a similar type, please see Christie's Live Auction 21015 - Antiquities, 7 December 2022, Lot 68. Size: 110mm x 90mm; Weight: 220g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 1st millennium BC.A bronze bowl of a shallow-bodied form with a flat base and outward-flaring, flat rim. The bowl is enriched by a flat-section handle with parallel support pointing downwards and four meticulously rendered horses standing in line on the upper face. Size: 33mm x 120mm; Weight: 260g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 1000-600 BC.A Luristan cast bronze cage bell that features delicate openwork and suspension loop for wearability. The bell stands on three protruding feet on the underside of the cage, and contains two ovoid stonse that allows one to shake it and hear a metallic sound. This charming pendant could have been attached to horse trappings, as the Luristan people were nomads that commonly ornamented their animals in bronze attachments and fittings. Size: 50mm x 35mm; Weight: 30g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s.
Ca. 900-700 BC.A bronze sceptre that features a janiform design. At the top of the sceptre, a stylised anthropomorphic figure exerts firm control by grasping the long necks of flanking double-headed beasts. For a similar example: The British Museum, accession number: 1914,0214.42.Size: 205mm x 50mm; Weight: 290g 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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