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Click here to subscribeCa. AD 500 - 900.A medieval bronze ring with a round hoop. It has a decorated bezel with two standing figures around a palm tree with four branches. For similar see: El Legado de Hefesto n. 612. Size: D:17.32mm / US: 7 / UK: N 1/2; Weight: 2g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 800 - 900.A collection of three bronze bottles exhibiting pear-shaped bodies that gracefully rest on a tall, slightly flaring foot. The necks of the bottles lead to a tubular mouth, adorned with a decorative horizontal register of protruding knobs, which adds to its aesthetic appeal. For similar see: Arte della civiltà islamica, La collezione al-Sabah, Kuwait, n. 32. Size: 140-180mm x 70-100mm; Weight: 1.2kg Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 800 - 900 .A bronze flask with a squat body, tall flaring foot, tulip-shaped mouth, and decorative engravings. These bronze bottles were used for religious and ceremonial ablutions in Islamic worship due to their unique sprinkler design. Size: 180mm x 80mm; Weight: 345g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s.
Ca. AD 500 - 900.A Byzantine bronze cross pendant decorated with crucifix. There are depictions of saints on the edges of the arms. For similar see: Byzantium and the West jewellery in the First Millennium, n. 15, pg. 108. Size: 45mm x 25mm; Weight: 13g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 700 - 1300.A bronze ring crafted from a flattened rod that expands to form a distinctive large bezel. The bezel features a left-facing bird, likely a dove, characterized by a dotted body, folded wings, and holding an olive branch in its beak. For similar see: El Legado de Hefesto n. 630. Size: D:18.14mm / US: 8 / UK: P 1/2; Weight: 6g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100 - 200.A Roman bronze phallic amulet. These amulets had a well-wishing function for fertility. They spread mainly during the first phase of the Roman Empire. For similar see: Christie’s, Live Auction 2390, Antiquities lot. 135. Size: 31mm x 16mm; Weight: 8g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100 - 300.A very rare Roman bronze medical spatula with short handle and elongated blade connected by a narrow neck; elaborately decoration with silver inlay. For similar see: Les bronzes antiques de Paris, 1989,n. 265. Size: 81mm x 7mm; Weight: 13g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 400 - 900.A Byzantine bronze ring with a round band, forming a square shaped bezel engraved with a haloed saint, draped in a mantle and holding a cross to his right in a square frame. For similar see: El Legado de Hefesto n. 557. Size: D:19.35mm / US: 9 1/2 / UK: S 1/2; Weight: 3g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200 - 700 BC.A large and well-formed bronze blade with a central blood groove that bifurcates at the base of the blade and a sturdy tang cast in one piece with the blade. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 9482, The Art of Warfare, The Axel Guttmann collection part I, Lot. 24, 14. Size: 320mm x 55mm; Weight: 250g Provenance: Property of a central London art gallery; previously in the private collection of Mr. R. Unger; acquired in the 1970s on the UK art market.
Ca. 400 - 200 BC.A Celtiberic bronze finger ring with a round hoop and a flat section. It depicts a stylised eagle with open wings. For similar see: El legado de Hefesto. n. 191. Size: D:19.15mm / US: 9 1/4 / UK: S; Weight: 4.2g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 500 - 900.A Byzantine bronze cross pendant decorated with circles and dots representing the five wounds of Christ. It has flat sectional arms. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7659 , Antiquities, Lot.8. Size: 40mm x 25mm; Weight: 4.2g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 1300 - 1500 .A Medieval bronze ring of a plain, flat-section band and an applied shield-shaped bezel with convex sides and serrated upper part meeting at the point. The bezel is intricately embellished with a stylised cross motif. For similar see: El legado de Hefesto n. 643. Size: D:18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; Weight: 7g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 400 - 600.An early medieval bronze simple hoop ring with a bezel depicting a standing stag with long and recurve horns facing right in a frame of connected dots on the border of the ring. For similar see: El legado de Hefesto n. 611. Size: D:19.35mm / US: 9 1/2 / UK: S 1/2; Weight: 7.4g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.An Egyptian bronze statuette of Osiris. This figure has a large and imposing crown, with some traces of the crook and flail typical of the god's iconography. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 21014, Antiquities, Lot. 50. Size: 90mm x 35mm; Weight: 25g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. 1600 - 800 BC.A bronze shield boss, known as an "umbo". It is circular in shape and features a raised perforated centre. The umbo, a centre and often domed part of a shield, serves as a protective component designed to absorb and deflect impacts. Size: 155mm x 155mm; Weight: 165g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
Ca. 600 - 300 BC.A Scythian gold gilded bronze medallion depicting a griffin. The griffin is depicted in a naturalistic manner facing left in a flat frame. In Achaemenid art, griffins were commonly depicted as guardians or protectors, often adorning the thrones, palaces, and ceremonial regalia of Persian rulers. These mythical creatures were believed to possess attributes of both lions and eagles, symbolising the king's dominion over both the terrestrial and celestial realms. Size: 35mm x 35mm; Weight: 15g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014, acquired in 2008 from a UK private collection formed in the 1970s to 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 900 - 700 BC.A complete Urartian belt. Made from hammered bronze and decorated in low relief with a central band of four charioteers pulled by horses, occasionally interrupted by large floral motifs. Each band has a raised border. Around the edges, on two sides there are a series of tiny perforations. The repetition highlights the power of the person who wore this belt, suggesting that they commanded many. A small ring at one end shows how the belt was clasped around the waist. Some restoration. For similar see: MET Museum: Accession Number: 52.123. This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy. Size: 340mm x 225mm; Weight: 1.31kg Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection formed in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 175 - 300.A Roman bronze brooch decorated with four heads of horses realised in naturalistic manner. It was used principally in the Northern and Eastern part of the Empire, inspired by Thracian art. Fibulae had a fundamental role in the Roman Empire, in fact, in addition to holding the cloak they also served as an object of social distinction. This one in particular, was widespread in the military sphere and inspired by the art of the Thracians, a population from or settled on the edge of the Steppes. In these populations, horses were undoubtedly fundamental for its speed of movement. This animal was useful for pulling chariots, cultivating but also, above all, for fighting. These warriors aroused so much admiration in Emperor Marcus Aurelius that he decided to annex the war cavalry of the Sarmatians (descendants from the Thracians) into the Roman army. This fibula was in fact made and became widespread after the end of the Marcomannic wars. For similar see: Nordeuropaische fibelformen, fig.132. Size: 34mm x 32mm; Weight: 16g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. 1200 - 800 BC.A Western Asiatic decorated bronze horse bit, composed with two side panels decorated with floral motifs around which mythological winged figures stand. These figures have inlaid eyes in hard stone. A straight bronze bar connects the two panels. For similar see: Cleveland Museum of Art - DSC08162. Size: 160mm x 220mm; Weight: 1.9kg Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection formed in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200 - 700 BC.A bronze sword consisting of a long triangular blade that tapers gradually to a sharp point. The hilt of the sword features a rectangular-section shank for possible inlay. The sword is adorned with a D-shaped stone pommel, elegantly completing the hilt. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 9482, The Art of Warfare, The Axel Guttmann collection part I, Lot. 14. Size: 545mm x 65mm; Weight: 825g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection formed in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 300 - 800.A Byzantine bronze finger ring with a round hoop. The bezel depicts an angel with a cross. For similar see: El Legado de Hefesto n. 550;551. Size: D:21.79mm / US: 12 1/2 / UK: Z; Weight: 4g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 1100 - 1300.A medieval bronze copper inlaid circular tray from the Seljuk period. The interior of the item is extensively decorated with intricate incised geometric motifs and calligraphy, as well as repousse decorative motifs on the exterior. For similar see: Islamic Metalwork from Afghanistan (9th-13th century), n. 20. Size: 25mm x 185mm; Weight: 625g Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Ca. AD 500 - 900.A Byzantine bronze cross pendant decorated with circles and dots. It represents the five wounds of Christ and it has flat section arms. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7659 , Antiquities, Lot.8. Size: 23mm x 9mm; Weight: 2.7g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. 900 - 750 BC.A Western Asiatic bronze standard attachment, depicting the Master of Animals figure, with both hands gripping the necks of beasts. For similar see: Met Museum, Accession Number: 1996.82.1. Size: 290mm x 80mm; Weight: 405g Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Ca. 1200 - 900 BC.A cast bronze double axe head, characterized by a short cylindrical shaft hole with a collared rim, a flattened top, a vertical crescent-shaped blade with sides that broaden out towards the cutting edge, and a smaller horizontal adze blade to the back. This type of axe head was commonly used as a weapon and a tool for various tasks such as chopping wood, clearing land, and even in hunting and warfare. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 9482, The Art of Warfare, The Axel Guttmann collection of ancient arms and armour, part II, Lot. 34. Size: 225mm x 65mm; Weight: 970g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200 - 700 BC.A bronze sword with a leaf-shaped blade, raised mid-rib, penannular guard, concave grip, and a flaring pommel. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 9482, The Art of Warfare, The Axel Guttmann collection of ancient arms and armour, part II, Lot. 28. Size: 420mm x 50mm; Weight: 380g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection formed in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 700 - 400 BC.A Bronze Age bronze knife with a decorated handle featuring geometric motifs (horizontal and diagonal lines) on the tubular body. The blade expands at its middle and is decorated on the back with semi-circles. For similar see: Prehistoric Metalartefacts from Italy (3500-720 BC) in the British Museum, n. 517. Size: 250mm x 23mm; Weight: 98g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014, acquired in 2008 from a UK private collection formed in the 1970s to 1990s.
Ca. AD 900 - 1200.An Islamic Seljuk bronze lampstand with floral decoration on the body. The tripod has an adorned foot, and there is a typical late Islamic lamp on the top, most likely from Iran. For similar see: Benaki Museum, guide of the collection n. 157. This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy. Size: 630mm x 195mm; Weight: 2.7kg Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection formed in the 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 900 - 750 BC.A Western Asiatic bronze standard attachment, depicting the Master of Animals figure, with both hands gripping the necks of beasts. For similar see: Met Museum, Accession Number: 1996.82.1. Size: 330mm x 60mm; Weight: 415g Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Ca. AD 100 - 300.A Roman cast-bronze, lead-filled key. The key is shaped like a snarling lion, with an iron tumbler lock key protruding from the back of the tiered terminal cap. The fierce feline displays almond-shaped eyes beneath perky ears and raised jowls. Size: 80mm x 20mm; Weight: 70g Provenance: From the collection of a European gentleman based in the UK, formed in the 2000s; acquired on the German art market.
Late Period, Ca. 644 - 332 BC.An Egyptian bronze statuette of standing Anubis with short ears, realised in natural manners. Funerary amulets frequently took on the likeness of protective deities associated with safeguarding the deceased. Anubis, depicted with the head of a jackal, was responsible for overseeing the intricate embalming rituals. Revered as the "lord of the sacred grounds," he acted as the guardian of the necropolis. Anubis played a pivotal role in the afterlife judgment process, presiding over the weighing of the heart before Osiris. For similar see, the MET Museum Accession Number: 04.2.151. Size: 85mm x 45mm; Weight: 116.5g Provenance: Property of a London gallery; previously in a collection of a North London gentleman; formerly in a collection of Mrs B. Ellison, a deceased former member of the Egyptian Exploration Fund, bought from the 1940s, Cairo and London.
Ca. 1st - 3rd century AD.A bronze free standing figurine of an eagle perched atop a flat and integral base. The body of the eagle is meticulously detailed with incised feathers, and its wings are gracefully folded. The head is turned to the right, featuring a down-curved beak and large inlaid eyes. The eagle is the emblem of the Roman legion, known as the "aquila". In Roman military tradition, the aquila served as a sacred emblem and rallying point for the legionnaires. It was a symbol of honour and loyalty, representing the strength and power of the Roman Empire. The aquila was carried into battle and held a central role in various ceremonies within the legion. Its loss in battle was considered a grave dishonour, and its recovery was a matter of great importance to the legion. Size: 45mm x 30mm; Weight: 95g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 350 BC.A group of three black glaze Guttus, two of these are decorated on the top with a relief head of Gorgons and the third one with a face of an old lady with elaborate hairstyle. The particularly beautiful, uniform, and shiny black glaze was created to mimic bronze vessels. These vessels were likely used to contain perfumes or scented oils, as indicated by the narrow neck designed for controlled dispensing. For similar see: Met Museum access number 1971.11.10. The Guttus, as we know it today, is the result of a long evolutionary process that began with the first Corinthian Aryballoi and the Attic Lekythoi. These vases were characterised by a globular body and a narrow neck that had the function of containing and dispensing perfumed oils. It is a vase with functions related to beauty and consequently a delicate decoration has always characterised it. In the guttus, the main decoration is found in the upper part where we often find faces of gods or mythological figures, but also scenes of everyday life. Oil lamps throughout the Roman period also took shape from this vase. Size: 105-120mm x 85-90mm; Weight: 665g Provenance: Property of a central London gallery, previously acquired on the Dutch art market; Ex. Frederik Van Driel, Maastricht 1993. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. BC 300 - 200 .A pair of Celtic bronze idols of a horse and a rider. The horse is depicted with a propped up right front leg and the left hind leg raised with the mane and tail incised with lines and circles, mouth open; on the top of the head probably mould decoration. The rider is decorated with geometric motifs. These statuettes are made in a stylised manner and were used as votive offerings. For similar see: I Celti, Bompiani 1991, p. 646. Size: 47-41mm x 22-32mm; Weight: 38g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.
Ca. 800 - 700 BC.A rare Greek Geometric period bronze horse standing on an integral shallow bronze plinth. Depicted in a stylised manner, this horse features a narrow tubular body; elongated tail and legs. The thin neck has a sharp broad mane crest, the head with short upturned ears and a long cylindrical muzzle. For similar see: Christie's live auction 2565 antiquities, Lot. 61. Size: 47mm x 68mm; Weight: 30g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 100 - 300.A Roman bronze ring. It has a round stepped band, and the bezel decorated with engraved animal, possibly a stag. For similar see: El Legado de Hefesto 421. Size: D:18.14mm / US: 8 / UK: P 1/2; Weight: 5.2g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100 - 300.An early Roman bronze medical set composed with knifes, spoon, pins and a cup. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 5214, Antiquities, Lot. 503. Size: 50-170mm x 3-75mm; Weight: 325g Provenance: From the collection of a European gentleman based in the UK, formed in the 2000s; acquired on the German art market. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 1100 - 1300.A Medieval Seljuk bronze inkwell decorated on its cylindrical body with three registers. The main one bears a long kufic inscription, while the others are simple geometric decorative motifs. The lid is composed of an unusual double ridge shape and is surmounted with openwork decoration. For similar see: Islamic Metalwork from Afghanistan (9th-13th century), n. 390. Size: 120mm x 100mm; Weight: 560g Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Ca. AD 400 - 700.A Byzantine bronze ring with inscribed round bezel with Greek letter, hoop made in the form of a band. For similar see: El Legado de Hefesto n. 573. Size: D:15.49mm / US: 4 3/4 / UK: J; Weight: 5g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 1800 - 1900.A Thai bronze figure depicting the mythical creature Kinnara. It is a creature of Hindu and Buddhist mythology, described as part human and part bird. The upper body shows a human head and torso, wearing an elaborate hairstyle and body accessories. The lower body is depicted in bird form, with flaring wings on the side. They are known as protectors of humans during turbulent times, and are also known to be associated with music and love. Kinnara can be depicted in both male and female form, and is not to be confused with Kalavinka, a Buddhist immortal creature with a human's head, torso of a bird, and a long bird's tail. For similar see, Christie's live auction 2335, lot 462. Size: 380mm x 150mm; Weight: 2.1kg Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Ca. AD 900 - 1200 .A Byzantine bronze engolpion composed of one valve. The frontal side is decorated with an engraved crucifix and an inscription. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 7659, Antiquities, Lot. 28. Size: 85mm x 50mm; Weight: 33g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100 - 300.An ancient Roman cast bronze finger of a man or adolescent indicating. The naturalistically rendered sculpture has a carefully delineated nail bed. In the Classical World, bronze was the preferred material for dedicatory sculptures. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 05.30. Size: 65mm x 30mm; Weight: 90g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Gorny & Mosch, Lot 347, Auction 222-223, 26. 6. 2014.
Ca. 100 BC - AD 100 .A Roman bronze applique in the shape of Medusa's head, with curly hair, lidded eyes and fleshy lips. Her hair falls in thick ringlets on both sides of her face. For similar see: Christie's, live auction 15792 antiquities lot.3. Size: 35mm x 24mm; Weight: 26g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 100 - 300.A Roman bronze applique of dolphins with curved tails and open mouths. They are located either side of a naturalistically depicted male head represented frontally with long hair and open eyes. Size: 80mm x 160mm; Weight: 260g Provenance: In the collection of a London gallery, acquired on the US art market; Ex. East Coast Collection, F. A. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. 800 - 700 BC.A Phrygian bronze bow brooch with restored pin. The body is horseshoe shaped with eleven holes, edges are decorated with bronze pearls and geometric motif. For similar see: EFES Artemision; Kunst, historische museum, cat n. 259. Size: 61mm x 51mm; Weight: 32g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Ca. AD 0 - 100.A Roman ribbed bronze handle terminating with two palmettes. The edge is adorned with rotellae decoration. For similar see: Christie's, Live auction 9540, Antiquities, Lot. 610. Size: 180mm x 50mm; Weight: 235g Provenance: In the collection of a London gallery, acquired on the US art market; Ex. Private NYC Dr collection, acquired in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 400 - 800 .A Byzantine bronze cross pendant adorned with stamped dots in the centre and on the arms representing the five wounds of Christ. For similar see: MET Museum Accession Number: 37.75.39. Size: 35mm x 20mm; Weight: 4g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Han Dynasty, Ca. 202 BC - AD 220.A Chinese terracotta painted bird. It is elaborately decorated with red, blue and black pigments, detailed body patterns, feathers and bronze legs. It has a naturalistic representation, and was used as a funerary item for high ranking classes. This piece has been precisely dated using a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla. The report will accompany the lot. Size: 115mm x 190mm; Weight: 340g Provenance: UK private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 400 - 600.A Roman bronze round bread stamp with greek letters: DIONISOS in circular shape around the Omphalos in the centre. There is a large ridge on the edge of the stamp. Size: 235mm x 65mm; Weight: 200g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Middle Kingdom, 11th Dynasty, Ca. 2055 - 1790 BC.An Egyptian Middle Kingdom bronze double-edged dagger, tapering blade bears a central ridge. The handle is cast of two parts which are riveted to hold the blade, the handle leads to a bone semi-circular pommel. This type of dagger with round shoulders of the guard is characteristic of the Middle Kingdom. Handle with some restoration. This piece is accompanied by a historical report from Alessandro Neri, an international Cultural Heritage expert based in Florence, Italy. Size: 375mm x 60mm; Weight: 500g Provenance: Property of a European collector; formerly with English art gallery; Ex. Private German collection of H. S., 1970s-1990s, acquired in 1972. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Ca. AD 1100 - 1300.An Islamic bronze openwork decorated buckler. The exterior of the item is extensively decorated with intricate openwork decoration and calligraphy; central part adorned with moulded Umbo with a hole. For similar see: Islamic Metalwork from Afghanistan (9th-13th century), n 419. Size: 270mm x 270mm; Weight: 1.1kg Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Ca. 1000 - 700 BC.An Amlash bronze spouted vessel composed with a globular body connected to a large neck and flat horizontal rim. It has a long and narrow spout attached to the rim on the other side and the handle decorated with large pearls connecting the neck to the body. Size: 100mm x 250mm; Weight: 335g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Late Period, Ca. 664 - 332 BC.An Egyptian bronze statuette of Osiris. One of the finest known products of Egyptian metalworking of the Late Period, this bronze figure of crowned Osiris, holding the crook and flail, is typical of the deity. For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 21014, Antiquities, Lot. 50. Size: 180mm x 50mm; Weight: 405g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Han Dynasty, Ca. 202 BC - AD 221.A Chinese terracotta painted bird. It has a naturalistic depiction, with a detailed crown, body patterns, feathers and bronze legs, accompanied by elaborate decorations painted on with red and black pigments. It was used as a funerary item for high ranking classes. This piece has been precisely dated using a Thermo Luminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla. The report will accompany the lot. Size: 130mm x 180mm; Weight: 350g Provenance: UK private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
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