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Lot 11
Roman / Byzantine, ca. 6th century CE. A hexagonal bronze vessel with straight walls with linear decoration at underside of rim and base, three attachment loops on the rim, suspended from three chains that connect. Note that the chains are of slightly different lengths and are comprised of loops of differing sizes. Given the consistent quality of the patina we deem this to be an old repair. How remarkable to find such an example of ancient ingenuity! Censers were incense burners. They are often difficult to differentiate from lamps, because they share a number of similar characteristics. Hence, it is also possible that this particular example although very likely an incense burner may have been used as a lamp. Size: 7"L with chain x 4" at widest (17.8 x 10.2 cm); vessel is 2.25" H (5.7 cm) high Provenance: Ex-private New Jersey collection acquired prior to 1980. Condition: Chains different lengths with different sized loops, indicative of an ancient repair. Quite rare! Otherwise intact with stunning green patina! All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111028
Lot 13
Western Anatolian, Bronze Age II, ca. 2700 to 2500 BCE. This is a kilia idol marble head with round facial planes rising toward the chin and a vestigal nose ridge down the middle. It has a neck angled upwards; these figures were thought to represent star gazers. Size: 1-1/2"H (3.8 cm). Provenance: ex-Arte Primitivo Condition: Heavy surface wear; head is a fragment from a larger female figure. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #100698
Lot 14b
Luristan, modern day northern Iran, ca. 1500 to 1000 BCE. This ia a long bronze sword blade with a wide, flat rib and no attached guard or handle; there is a straight tang. The nomadic herdsmen and horseriders of Luristan produced short, light blades for ease of travel. These objects were often placed in graves. Metal working in ancient Luristan was highly controlled by elites, and took place in lower altitude settlements; however, as most people in Bronze Age Luristan migrated seasonally between high and lowlands, weapons like this were carried up into the mountains and steppes frequently. Size: 21.5" L x 2" W (54.6 cm x 5.1 cm). Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Condition: The piece has been polished and as a result the patina is almost nonexistent. There are some minor scrape marks but the form is clear. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111139
Lot 15
Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 1000 BCE. A bronze cast standing bull with horned head, pronounced hump on shoulder, and long tail. Brilliant green patina. A lively example from the esteemed collection of John Piscopo, one of the most knowledgeable experts of ancient bronzes. 2” H X 2-5/8” W. Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Condition: Intact with minor old casting flaws, as shown. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111119
Lot 15a
Near East, Northwestern Iran, Luristan, ca. 1200 to 1000 BCE. A very unusual bronze half bracelet adorned with four abstract faces comprised of round eyes, straight brows or bangs that converge with protruding noses, and sinuous mustaches. A nice heavy gauge bronze with an attractive anthropomorphic design program. Perforations at ends for suspension or attachment. Brilliant deep green and brown patina! A fine example from the esteemed collection of the late John Piscopo, a knowledgeable connoisseur of ancient weaponry from all across the globe. Size: 4.25" x 1.25" (10.8 x 3.2 cm) with 2-7/8” (7.3 cm) wide opening. Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Condition: Intact with old perforations at ends for suspension or attachment. Gorgeous deep green and brown patina. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111123
Lot 16b
Byzantine Empire, ca. 6th to 10th century CE. A very rare and remarkable bronze and iron bread stamp. Bronze trapazoidal plate with deeply carved grooves in the form of two confronting angels with a cross between. Iron handle attached onto reverse. Stamps such as this were used to identify the bakery where bread was produced - a very early form of labeleing and marketing. Size" 3-5/8" W. Provenance: Ex- Private New Jersey collection acquired 1970's Condition: Generally excellent, handle understandably rusted All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111045
Lot 21d
Far East, China, Eastern Zhou, ca. 770 to 256 BCE. A bronze spearhead with curved cutting edges, its face with a relatively flat center and shallow depressions to either side, a concave shoulder, and a long hollow socket shaft for inserting a handle or pole. Most likely from the eastern states of Wu or Yue, an impressive ancient weapon with gorgeous blue-green patina from the highly respected collection of the late John Piscopo, a knowledgeable expert of ancient weapons from all across the globe. Size: 8.5" L (21.6 cm) Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Condition: A few nicks to edges of blade and periphery of socket. Aged surface with a fabulous blue-green patina. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111142
Lot 21g
Byzantine Empire, ca. 12th to 13th century CE. Rare bronze crucifix and stand. Christ attached to the cross, roosters and halo above His head, Greek inscription on base. Size: 3-1/4" H (8.3 cm). Provenance: Ex- Private M. Reiniger collection, Chicago, IL Condition: Generally excellent All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111331
Lot 23p
Japan, ca. 1870 CE. This is a netsuke, a weighted object used for fastening a pocket in a kimono. It is made of deep green malachite with bronze around its edges and around the small drilled hole in its center. Size: 2" W x .4" H (5.1 cm x 1 cm). Provenance: Estate of Paul & Louise Bernheimer Condition: Slight patina on the bronze, intact. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111431
Lot 291
Rome, late Imperial Period, ca. 364 to 450 CE. This is a collection of 11 bronze coins of the designation AE4 (bronze + size). Roman coins underwent a series of devaluations, revaluations, and consistent changing to value, especially in the unstable years of the later Empire as access to precious metals became a larger problem -- at one point, mints were even set up nearly soldier encampments to ensure the payment of the army! Size of largest: 1/2" W (1.3 cm). Provenance: Ex-private New Orleans, LA collection acquired before 1990. Condition: all AE4 All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #110756
Lot 292
Roman Empire, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. Cast bronze amulet in the form of a male phallus. Showing details of penis and testicles, large suspension loop at midsection. Pendants such as this were often worn by soldiers in the field as a sign of their manliness or by newlywed husbands looking for a little extra virility. Size: 32 mm L. Provenance: Ex. M. Reiniger collection Condition: Quite excellent and wearable All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111229
Lot 299
Central Asia, Marlik (Luristan), Caspian Sea region, ca. 1200 to 1000 BCE. This is a heavy leaf-shaped bronze spearhead with a large rounded central ridge, a long rectangular insertion tang, and a flared section between two areas. Bronze Age Luristan art was the work of nomadic herdsmen and horsemen who crafted small, portable objects, including daggers, swords, and other weapons. Weapons like these would almost certainly have been entombed in the small rock graves in which their owners were buried. Size: 18.25" L x 1.75" W (46.4 cm x 4.4 cm). Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Condition: The blade has a horizontal crack on one side; the piece has a beautiful patina. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111138
Lot 300
China, probably Shang or Zhou Dynasties, 1600 to 250 BCE. This is a short bronze spearhead with a pronounced center rib and a shallow socket. Unlike in other Bronze Age cultures, the Chinese used a method known was piece-mold casting, where a model is made of the object to be cast, and a clay mold is taken from the model. The mold is then cut into sections to release the model, and the pieces are reassembled after firing to form the mold for casting. Size: 6.25" L x 1" W (15.9 cm x 2.5 cm). Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Ex-Allen’s Antiques. Condition: Shape clear; patina. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111136
Lot 301
Greek-influenced Cyprus, the Archaic/Bronze Period, ca. 800 to 600 CE. This is a small oinochoe amphora with a flat, circular base that rises into a rounded body with a cylindrical neck and a flared, thick rim. It has a round strap handle rising from one shoulder. The original decoration is a series of concentric circles that look like archery targets. This is a lovely little piece that reminds us of the time period that inspired the Iliad and the Odyssey. Size: 2.75" W x 4.25" H (7 cm x 10.8 cm). Provenance: Ex-private M. Reniger collection, Chicago, IL. Condition: The piece is intact and has almost no chipping; there are slight signs of wear and the painted decorations are faded but still clear. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111345
Lot 306
Greece, Hellenistic ca. 1st century BCE to 1st century CE. A very impressive torque bracelet comprised of twisted, heavy bronze that tapers toward the pierced termini (now impacted with material). What a gorgeous green patina! Size: 3.75" (9.5 cm) in diameter; 3" (7.6 cm) wide opening. Provenance: ex-Howard Nowes/Art for Eternity, NYC, NY Condition: Intact with normal surface wear. Beautifully aged surface with stunning green patina. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111313
Lot 307
Ancient China. Han Dynasty, ca. 222 BCE to 200 CE. Rare solid bronze chisel used for delicate work. Long thin tool sharpened at the end with flared knob on the other, small suspension loop in the center. Size: 5-7/8” L (14.9 cm). Provenance: Ex-Estate of John Piscopo. Mr. Piscopo was one of the largest collectors of ancient weapons in the US with a collection that spanned all cultures, all ages. Condition: Near choice with beautiful deep brown patina All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111140
Lot 311
Rome, ca. 100 CE. This is a straight-edged bronze knife with a long, curved tang. The knife and tang were cast in a single piece. Size: 5.75" L x 1.25" W (14.6 cm x 3.2 cm). Provenance: Ex-Galleria Eleni, Chicago. Condition: Expected patina and wear with several small surface cracks. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111168
Lot 313
Rome, ca. 100 CE. This is a well formed bronze fibula, or brooch pin, one of the most common fasteners for clothing in the Roman world. It was gilded, which is the use of the largely inert element gold as a thin coating to try to prevent corrosion to bronze. The level of gilding on this piece is truly impressive. Size: 1.9" L x 1.4" W (4.8 cm x 3.6 cm). Provenance: Ex. M. Reiniger collection Condition: Much of the gilding remains; there is expected patina and wear but the shape is clear. Although the pin remains, it is not advised to try to open it because it is fragile. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111232
Lot 315
Roman and Sasanian, ca. 250 to 400 CE. This is a collection of two bronze Roman hair pins and one Sasanian bronze guard for a knife in the shape of a duck. These make a complementary collection; during this period, Roman and Sasanian crafts influenced each other. Size of largest: 8"L (20.3 cm). Provenance: Ex-Adeon Gallery, acquired before 1974 Condition: All have expected patina and wear; one hair pin is bent at the end. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #100770
Lot 328
Tibet, ca. 19th century CE. A bronze prayer wheel decorated with characters displaying the Sanskrit mantra, "Om mani padme hum" associated with the bodhisattva of compassion Avalokitesvara. Mani translates as jewel or bead and Padme translates as the sacred lotus flower. The middle part of the mantra translates as "jewel in the lotus" when addressing the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara. It is believed that when an individual spins the wheel, he or she will achieve the same result as if reciting the mantra that many times. For the first citation of this mantra, scholars point to the "Karandavyuha Sutra" which was published in the 11th century; however, some scholars believe that the mantra as recited in Tibetan Buddhism originated in the "Sadhanamala" published in the 12th century. A fabulous example with a lead dangler that produces a wonderful sound as the prayer wheel is spun. Size: 4"x 2-3/4" in diameter (10 cm x 7 cm). Provenance: Ex-Historia Antiques, Santa Monica, CA. Condition: Handle missing. Hole in one terminal. Surface wear as shown. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #109572
Lot 333
Southeast Asia, Thailand, ca. late 19th century to early 20th century CE. A miniature bronze Buddha blessing hand with tiny lotus flower in palm, in the traditional Abhaya Mudra, the gesture of protection with the hand pointing upwards. Buddhist hand symbols are often presented in specific styles to represent different aspects of Buddha and Buddhist values. This gesture is also called "Gesture of Fearlessness" or "blessing" or "fearless mudra". Generally, this position is shown with palms facing outward and the fingers extended upwards. This piece would make an ideal zen addition to a yoga or meditation room. Size: 4"L (10 cm). Provenance: Ex-private Scott McCue collection, Santa Fe, NM. Condition: Aged surface with nice patina and expected wear. Most likely once attached to mount or figure. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #109928
Lot 3a
Egypt, Late Period, ca. 600 to 300 BCE. A pair of bronze and inlaid alabaster eyes and eyebrows. Includes custom stand. Size: Each eye measures 3"; eyebrows measure 3-3/8" and 3-3/4", respectively (7.6 cm and 9.5 cm). Provenance: Ex-private New York City collection, acquired in early 1980's. Condition: All are intact and encrusted with remains of azurite. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #109364
Lot 5a
Rome, ca. 0 CE. This is a heavy bronze handle attachment molded in the face of Silenus, the tutor/follower of Dionysus, always depicted as an older man with a large, full beard. This particular piece has three drilled holes and two hollowed out spaces at the sides of the head for attaching it. The consumption of wine was an important social ritual in early Roman society and Silenus is a common figure whose likeness signified the owner's affiliation with the cult of Dionysus -- think showing off a brand name for a popular type of beer today. Size: 3.5" W x 3.5" H (8.9 cm x 8.9 cm). Provenance: Ex. M. Reiniger collection Condition: There is expected patina and wear, but the artwork is clear. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111236
Lot 5b
Rome, ca. 2nd century BCE to 1st century CE. This is a cast bronze fulcrum attachment in the shape of a horse's bust with facial and fur details. Fulcrum attachments were placed on the fulcrums, or curved headboards, of the reclining couches that wealthy Greeks and Romans sat on during banquets. Because of the importance of wine consumption to these banquets, fulcrum attachments were usually related to either drunkenness or animals associated with gods -- like the horse. Comes with custom dark green marble stand. Size: 3" W x 3.25" H (7.6 cm x 8.3 cm). Provenance: Ex-Ronnie Bumgardner collection, West Virginia, US. Condition: The piece has a black patina and some wear but the details of the figure remain clear. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111145
Lot 6
Rome, early Imperial Period, ca. 0 CE. This is a silvered bronze plaque with beautiful patina and excellent detail including remaining silvering. It depicts a bust wearing a heavy cloak and necklace; the figure has some kind of interesting headdress or hairstyle -- think Princess Leia. The plaque's frame is a pattern of punched-out circles and delicate edges. Silver plating was rarer in the ancient world than gilding; although both silver and gold were placed over bronze pieces because of their lower reactivity to oxygen, silver is more susceptible to bronze oxidation and a thicker coating was required. As with this piece, the bronze oxidation often works its way through the silver, partly destroying it in the process. Similar pieces have the central bust representing an emperor; this type of plaque may have originally been an ornamental saddle trapping, as ones held in the British Museum were. Size: 3-3/4" W x 3-3/4" H; 6-1/4" H with custom stand (9.5 cm x 9.5 cm; 15.9 cm). Provenance: Ex- Private New Jersey collection acquired 1970's Condition: One small corner of the frame is damaged but otherwise the piece is intact. Much of the silvering has gone, but some is still visible. The piece has a deep turquoise patina. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111047
Lot 7b
Rome, ca. 100 CE. This is a small molded bronze figure of Cupid, the god of love, depicted as a cherub with wings outspread. This piece was at one time gilded, a process done where the essentially inert element gold is placed over top of the more likely to corrode bronze. A small piece like this would have been carried by a member of the god's cult. Size: 1.8" W x 3.25" H (4.6 cm x 8.3 cm). Provenance: Ex. M. Reiniger collection Condition: The piece has heavy patina and almost all of the gilding has worn off (though check the feet and hands for remaining); features are clear and easy to make out. One arm is broken at the elbow with the lower section missing. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111233
Lot 7c
Rome, ca. 100 CE. This is a small cast bronze statue of the goddess Fortuna, known to bring luck (either good or bad!) and fortune. She represented the capriciousness of life. A small statue like this one might have been carried by a member of her cult. It depicts her as a woman in flowing robes with a feathered headdress and an elaborate staff. Size: 2.25" W x 3.75" H (5.7 cm x 9.5 cm). Provenance: Ex. M. Reiniger collection Condition: Some wear and patina but artistic details are clear. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111234
Lot 7d
Roman Empire, ca 1st to 3rd centuries CE. Lovely solid bronze statuette of a horse, front legs raised as if running or prancing. Nicely detailed mane and musculature. Custom stand. Size: 2-1/8" H x 2" L. Provenance: Ex- M. Reiniger estate, Chicago, IL Condition: Missing left foot and tail, else quite excellent All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111248
Lot 7e
Roman Empire, ca. 2nd to 3rd century CE. Lovely bronze statuette of Jupiter (known by Zeus to the Greeks who "invented" this god). Jupiter was the god of the heavens and earth and the head honcho of the Roman gods. He is shown holding a lightning bolt in his right hand, left hand raised once holding spear. He sports a bushy beard, and long flowing hair, nude save a cloak over his left shoulder. Custom base. Size: 2-1/2" H. Provenance: Ex- M. Reiniger estate, Chicago, IL Condition: Intact and excellent save missing spear in his left hand All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111249
Lot 88b
Europe, Iberian Peninsula, Portugal, ca. 17th century CE. A large and impressive cast bronze door knocker, with an intricate composition depicting (from top to bottom) a pair of intertwining serpents above two winged dragons, their heads and bodies in profile, perched upon the handle. Both dragons are delineated with stippled bodies and outspread detailed wings. The serpents are equally striking with their long sinuous bodies with stylized diamond patterned skins. At the bottom, the handle is adorned with an oval shaped medallion incised with a diagonal stripe that is framed by four bifurcated projecting termini, this design perhaps representing a family or royal crest. Coca is the legendary female dragon of Portuguese mythology who according to legend fiercely battled Saint George on the Corpus Christi holiday. This conflict is layered with symbolic meaning. As the legend goes, when coca defeated Saint George, the people's crops would be poor resulting in extreme famine and death. However, when Saint George was victorious and cut off coca's head, tongue, and ears with his mighty sword, the harvest would be plentiful and in turn signify general prosperity. This said, the dragon has traditionally been revered by the Portuguese people who cheer for her during the Festa da Coca (celebration of Corpus Christi). Drago is another term for the Portuguese dragon represented in medieval mythology and illuminated manuscripts. The serpents above may refer to the Catalan version of the dragon which assumes the form of an enormous serpent. This is an incredibly rare piece of fine artistry, magical iconography, and superb condition! Just imagine the opulent door for which this knocker was originally created! Size: 17" x 10-1/2" x 5" (43.2 x 26.7 x 12.7 cm) Provenance: Ex-Sarkisian Estate, Denver CO. Condition: Intact and choice. Gorgeous deep patina! All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111106
Lot 8a
Roman Empire, ca. 1st to 2nd century CE. Wonderful bronze applique of Dianna - goddess of the hunt, and named Artemis by the Greeks. She wears her signature bow over her right shoulder, hair pulled up with wonderful incised detailing and gorgeous red/green patina. A superb example! Custom base. Size: 2-3/8" H. Provenance: Ex- M. Reiniger estate, Chicago, IL Condition: Near choice All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111250
Lot 8b
Roman Empire, Rule of Hadrian, ca. 134-138 CE, minted under authroity of the Roman Senate - "SC." Bronze Sestertius RIC 828, Obverse: Lauriat Hadrian looks right " HADRIANVS AVG. COS." On reverse, winged Nike (Victory) stands facing left. 24.1 grams, 30mm D. Rare! Provenance: Ex. M. Reiniger collection Condition: VF All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111245
Lot 9
Rome, ca. 1st to 3rd Century CE. This is a trio of cast Roman bronze bells, each surmounted by loop handles. They make a complementary trio with their slightly different shapes and sizes. The largest of them has the most decoration, with the handle in an interesting shape and incised carving around the lip. Bells like this often hung as part of carved wind chimes tintinabulum) -- many of which had phallic designs (for example, the one held by the British Museum) -- and were placed in gardens and porticoes throughout the Roman world. Size of largest: 2-3/4" W x 2-3/4" H (7 cm x 7 cm). Provenance: Ex-Private New York Collection Condition: All three have greenish black patinas; all are missing the clapper. One has a hole in one side. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #110830
Lot 94a
Austria, ealry 20th century, Bruno Zach - 1891 - 1945. And now for something completely different… Cast bronze statue of a young female caressing an over-sized phalus, striding the testicals. Very Art Deco in its style! Signed B. Zach on the base. Size: 6-1/2" H. Provenance: Ex-private East Coast USA collection Condition: Excellent All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #111178
Lot 37
Wolf Blass Bilyara Vineyards, 1972 vintage port style, specially selected grapes of the Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz varieties married together, matured brandy spirit was used for fortification, limited bottling of 9,580 bottles only. 1972 vintage, 1973 award, Bronze Medal, Class 21, Perth, and Class 29, Brisbane. Produce of Australia, 738ml. CONDITION REPORT: Label is overall good, some chippings to top centre, a little stained, top is sealed, liquid level is middle of the neck, there is a chip to the label on the Bird of Prey's wing.
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