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Click here to subscribeBronze figure of a lady with ornate wings and a small crown atop her head, possibly Roman Goddess Victoria, raised on a marble plinth, signed 'Schimmelpfennig' to the reverse. A pile of weapons lay near her feet, one marked 'SPQR', the figure was once holding something in her hand which has broken off and there is a small chip to the base.
Holy Land Vessel, Early Bronze Age, 2nd millennium BC A ceramic vessel with flared mouth, short neck, sloping shoulder and globular body with small flared foot.11cm Provenance: From the collection of the late David Gee; acquired before 2000. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Trans Jordan Vessel, Middle Bronze Age, 2nd millennium BC A large ceramic vessel with flared mouth and tapering neck, series of incised dots to the neck. Globular body and small base ring.27cm. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection, formed in the 1990's - present. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Trans Jordan, Early Bronze Age, 2nd millennium BC A ceramic bowl with four horizontal bands to the body with indented decoration.24cm. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection, formed in the 1990's - present. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Egyptian Bronze Osiris Statuette, Late Period, 664-332 BC. A bronze statuette of Osiris, with mummiform body, wearing the atef crown with uraeus cobra to the front, false beard to chin. The arms crossed aver chest holding the crook and flail. Osiris was one of the most popular ancient Egyptian gods and was connected with male fertility. He was said to be the first Pharaoh of Egypt and was murdered by his brother Seth for his crown. Osiris was revived by Isis, his wife and sister, to conceive Horus, the son who would avenge his death. After death, Osiris became ruler of the underworld and god of the dead, which is why he is shown with the crook and flail, the symbols of authority for Egyptian rulers. The ancient Egyptians believed that while illness and disease were natural events, they also had supernatural causes, which were controlled by the gods. Prevention and treatment of illness and disease therefore included prayers at home to statues of gods like this one. Mounted on a custom made stand. 13 cm, (5”) including stand. Provenance: Early 20th Century Collection, acquired legally and ethically on the art market. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Tibetan Amitabha Buddha, Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 AD A gilt bronze statuette of Amitabha Buddha, wearing a crown with three pinnacles to the front, decorated with crossed vajra thunderbolts and scrolling plant motifs, set with turquoise and coral beads. The hair pulled up into an elaborate top-knot with three buns. Elongated ears with loop earrings in the form of snakes set with turquoise beads. Necklaces to the chest decorated with turquoise and coral beads, shawl around the upper arms decorated with scrolling plant motifs. Hands resting on the crossed legs holding the vase of the elixir of life. Seated on a double lotus throne, sealed to the underside and engraved with a double vajra thunderbolt.23cm Provenance: Ex. Private Hong Kong collection 1970-2000. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A Roman bronze statuette of Mercury, naked except for a winged cap to head and cloak over the left arm. The right hand holding a money bag, the left supporting a caduceus resting against the shoulder. Mounted on a custom made stand. Size: 45mm Height. Good condition. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A Roman bronze vessel spout in the shape of a panther head, with open mouth and tongue sticking out, fine details to the face and mane. The neck of the spout faceted with two knobbed horns to the top. Roman Bronze Panther Headed Fountain Spout circa 2nd century AD. The item is of good solid construction with a large hollow hole underneath the animal's neck for allowing the water to flow out. Also at the far end which would have been fixed to the fountain can be found another hole for the water. There are also three small holes in the animal's mouth, two of which are now clogged up. The panther's head shows excellent facial detail with mane and tongue hanging out in a drinking fashion. There are three large finials between the panther's neck and the fountain spout. The panther in Roman times was associated with war chariots and Bacchus god of wine. Size: 70mm x 60mm. Excellent condition. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A Romano-British rare captive seated bronze figure presented on a wooden museum stand, C 1st Century AD. His head turned upwards, locks of hair brushed forward, beard to the jaw and chin; almond shaped eyes with small, open mouth. The figure seated with arms and hands bound. Mounted on a custom made stand. Ref: For a similar example from Brough-under-Stainmore, Cumbria, see: The British Museum, accession number 1874,0328.42. For a discussion on these pieces being regalia of Romano-Celtic priests see: Aldhouse-Green, M. Dying for the Gods: Human Sacrifice in Iron Age and Roman Europe, Stroud, 2001, p. 125 Size: 43mm x 10mm. Excellent condition. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Roman statuette of Mercury, 1st-3rd century AD. A bronze statuette of Mercury, standing in contra posto with weight on the left leg. Naked except for a winged cap to head and cloak over the left arm. The right arm extended originally holding a money bag, the left hand holding a caduceus . Mounted on a custom made stand. 90mm x 50mm without base. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Roman War Chariot Bronze Lynch Pin circa 1st 2nd century AD. A very rare and superb example of a Roman war chariot bronze lynch pin which would have originally been for decorative rather than functional purposes. The item depicts a panther attributed to the god Bacchus. The panther was always associated with war chariots rather than ordinary carts. The Panther is stood on a semi circle base with right paw raised. With good facial features and incised markings on either side of the animals body. The 45mm pin is solid and still intact. This item comes with a wooden display stand. The item was discovered in Germany . Size: 110mm x 50mm. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A Roman bronze statuette of Bacchus, god of wine, with hair arranged in a series of large curls framing the stylised features of the face. Naked, effeminate body, right hand held up holding a wine beaker. 71 mm Height. Excellent condition. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Phoenician Stamp Seal, 9th-8th century BC A bronze stamp seal with loop suspension ring and oval setting with a scarab to the centre. Engraved detail to the carapace, to the underside a pair of Wadjet with the nefer and Ra symbols between. 24mm. Provenance: Early 20th Century Collection, acquired legally and ethically on the art market.Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A bronze key with square shaped handle, scrolled volutes to the top and bottom, suspension ring to the top. Tapering square section shaft with key teeth angled to the end. 90 mm. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, collection formed between 1970's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A bronze casket handle in the shape of two opposed dolphins, arching bodies with tails curved upwards and forming holes to attach to escutcheon plate; the mouths touching to form a lozenge shape to the centre. 110mm. Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, formed between 1980's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Roman Bronze Key circa 3rd - 4th Century AD. Locks and keys were first introduced into Britain during the Iron Age. However it was the Romans who developed and improved them. This is a large heavy bronze key used in what was one of two types of locks in this period, the tumbler lock. It has a good green patina and the bit contains five teeth showing obvious signs of use with cross patterning to the underside. The bow shows good wear through suspension, probably to a belt. No pockets in those days. Measures 70mm. A nice example of an everyday Roman item. Approximately 1,700 years old. Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, formed between 1980's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
A Roman bronze protome in the form of a head of the god Bacchus. Roman, 2nd or 3rd Century AD. Ex.Collection: Mr & Mrs Broukall, UK. Acquired before 1956, thence by decent. Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, formed between 1980's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Romano British bronze figure of the goddess Venus circa 1st century AD. A large early bronze figure of the Roman goddess of love, Venus. Here she is shown naked with right arm outstretched and the left raised. The weight is to the right leg with the left bent forwards. She wears a head dress and has crude facial features and small breasts indicating a young woman. The figure although crude, is very well modeled. The surface has a good green patina generally and is slightly pitted with age. A rare opportunity to acquire this large Roman bronze figure not usually seen outside of museum collections. Size: 125mm. Very fine condition. Provenance: First provenance: The item was discovered in the Chiltern Hills area of south Oxfordshire UK during the mid-20th century. From an old English collection. Secondarily: Ex. Private Collection of Michael Green, Tiverton region, formed between 1980's - 2012. Michael has collected many stunning pieces of ancient art, antiquity and coins over the many years, all legally acquired from auctions and private collections in the local areas. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
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A Rare Egyptian Bronze Khopesh Sword, C. 2000-1300 BC. An extremely rare and unusual khopesh sword, also referred to as a sickle sword. A bronze blade with long thin body, rib running to the centre, curving to the end. Short tang to the other end for separate handle. These rare and unusual forms of ancient weaponry evolved from early battle axes. The blunted edge of the weapon's tip also served as an effective bludgeon, as well as a hook. These weapons changed from bronze to iron in the New Kingdom period. The earliest known depiction of a khopesh is from the Stele of Vultures, depicting King Eannatum of Lagash wielding the weapon; this would date the khopesh to at least 2500 BC. Extremely unusual and rare to find these examples being sold on the open market. Size: 47 cm. Weight: 726 grams. Provenance: Ex. Swiss Collection, Acquired legally over the last 20 years. Previously in a German collection.
Celtic Iron Age Helmet, 4th century BC A iron helmet composed of riveted sheets, and panels of bronze. The domed top with central poppy head shaped finial and four triangular panels to the side forming a cross. The sides decorated with four panels with repousse decoration of running wolves, tail arching over the back of the body. The lower rim pierced to attach separate leather lining. Archaeologists have uncovered Celtic helmets throughout their territory. The highest concentration and numbers of finds have been in the lands of the Senones tribe. It is in this area of northern Italy that lie the Montefortino burial grounds. The ancient writer, Tacitus, stated that the British Celts and Germans did not wear helmets. Indeed, very few Celtic helmets have been found in Britain and it appears that helmets were common only among the Gauls, the upper class warriors in particular. These high-quality helmet designs were a great influence on Roman armourers. Aside from the few examples known the only information we have on them is from Classical writers, such as Diodorus Siculus: “On their heads they put bronze helmets which have large embossed figures standing out from them and give an appearance of great size to those who wear them; for in some cases horns are attached to the helmet so as to form a single piece, in other cases images of the fore-parts of birds or four footed animals”. Diodorus Siculus (History V.30.2) Size: Provenance: Ex. Switzerland Collection, acquired over the last decade.
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