ROMAN BRONZE PATERA WESTERN EUROPE, 1ST - 3RD CENTURY A.D. cast bronze, the single long handle with punched makers mark reading "C.SENNI.BELLI", the steep sides of the deep bowl leading to a rounded rim, standing upon a round foot with multiple rings of concentric circles cast on the undersideDimensions:20cm longProvenance:Provenance:Gary Edwards Collection, United KingdomRichard Cotterill Collection, Wollaton, acquired from the above 1995Private collection, Nottinghamshire, acquired Mellors & Kirk Auctioneers, 2011
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EXCEPTIONAL VIKING GOLD TORC EASTERN SCANDINAVIA OR THE BALTIC, 900 - 1100 A.D. gold, formed of strands of thick gold braided together and hammered into a single strand at the finialsDimensions:15cm diameter, 79.32gProvenance:Provenance:BA Seaby Ltd, 11 Margaret Street, London, United KingdomPrivate collection, Kansas City, United States, acquired 1981 from the aboveThe Hall Family CollectionFortuna Fine ArtsPrivate collection, United Kingdom, acquired from the above, a copy of the original invoice to be included with the itemNote: Note: Please note that this item has been studied and assessed by experts at the Jorvik Viking Museum, York. During the Viking era, both men and women wore jewellery, typically made from bronze or silver, with gold being reserved for the elite. At the onset of the Viking era in 800 A.D., the jewellery was characterized by minimalistic designs. However, as techniques evolved and Vikings encountered new cultures through exploration and raiding, jewellery became increasingly intricate, incorporating designs from these cultures. Certain families of high social standing began to use ornamentation that was exclusive to their clan, and not to be replicated by others.Beyond their decorative function and status symbol, jewellery served as a form of currency during this period. Pieces were often broken up into smaller parts to accommodate transactions, resulting in complete pieces becoming rare.
ANCIENT ARABIAN BRONZE IBEX SOUTHWESTERN ARABIA, C. 500 B.C. cast bronze, the animal shown standing in a state of alertness, with it's elegant curled horns reaching back to the upright ears, the tail raised, accompanied by a bespoke mountDimensions:7.5cm high, 4.3cm long (excluding stand)Provenance:Provenance:Property of a London collector, acquired 1990s-2000sTimeline Auctions, London, 3rd September 2019, lot 108Note:Note: For a similar example please see: The Metropolitan Museum, New York, accession number 53.47.2 The Metropolitan Museum (2023) describes a similar piece in their collection as follows: "The ibex was the most widely represented animal in southwestern Arabian art. Ritual ibex hunts were an important feature of the cult practices of the southwestern Arabian kingdoms. Successfully capturing and killing these elusive creatures was believed to secure favors from the gods.This sculpture may have served as a handle for an incense burner similar to one in the Museum’s collection (MMA 49.71.2). From the middle of the first millennium B.C. until the sixth century A.D., the kingdoms of southwestern Arabia gained considerable wealth and power through their control of the trade in incense between Arabia and the lands of the Mediterranean seacoast. Frankincense and myrrh, gum resins that are native to southern Arabia, were widely valued in the ancient world for the preparation of incense, perfumes, cosmetics, and medicines, as well as for use in religious and funerary ceremonies."
ANCIENT ROMAN BRONZE HERCULES STATUE WESTERN EUROPE, C. 1ST CENTURY A.D. cast bronze, depicting a bearded Hercules with an ivy wreath on his head, holding the apples of the Hesperides and the skin of the Nemean lion, in contrapposto, mounted on a black slate baseDimensions:28.8cm tall (including stand)Provenance:Naxos Arts, New YorkPrivate collection, United Kingdom, acquired 1984 from the above (with original invoice) Note: Note:The present depiction of Hercules holding the golden apples of the Hesperides in his left hand and the skin of the Nemean lion draped over the same arm, while leaning on his club with the other arm, is a common representation of the hero in a relaxed contrapposto stance. Such depictions can be found in marble examples in the MFA Boston and the Museo del Prado Madrid. This pose is derived from a Greek original created by Myron of Eleutherae around 450 B.C., which was placed in the Heraion on Samos. Although none of Myron's original bronzes survive, Pliny describes them as being more harmonious in their proportions and more realistic in their depictions than those of other famous Greek sculptors. Bronze sculptures such as the present example offer valuable insights into the ancient world, as figured bronze objects were commonplace in Mediterranean cultures of that time. Such bronze statuettes were frequently reproduced from Greek originals and used as decorative pieces or conversation starters in the rooms of educated Romans. They could also serve as dedicatory offerings or cult statues. In Pompeii, for example, many statuettes were found in niches in private houses and street shrines and were often associated with household or other divinities. Some marble and bronze figures were also linked to specific parts of the dwelling-house, particularly fountains. While some bronze statuettes were undoubtedly copies of famous originals, others were likely original creations, resulting in variations between statuettes of a similar type.
THREE BOXES OF PLAYWORN CORGI, DINKY AND LLEDO, to include a Corgi Jeep FC-150 no. 470, in blue, a Jeep CJ-6, in bronze, Jerrys Banger, missing two wheels, a Corgi Juniors Whizzwheels 1300 Mini-Coopers, Dodge Kew Fargo, Massey Ferguson MF50B tractor, missing two wheels, Lotus Esprit, Thwaites Dumper, a Aston Martin DB5 in grey, etc and a Corgi Toys book by Dr. Edward Force, revised 4th edition, also included is a boxed French Dinky toys road sign pack, signed Panneaux De Signalisation Routiere ref. 593, two Ford Transit Van, one stamped 407, the other a police van with police slow sign, a boxed Morris Mini-Traveller, 197 in green, a boxed in blister Fiat and a quantity of Lledo unboxed and Days Gone models and a Lledo Toys Collectors Guide by Dr Edward force
A SELECTION OF BOXED 1:24 BBURAGO CARS AND ONE OTHER DIE-CAST MODEL VEHICE, to include a Bugatti Type 55 1932, code 0538 in yellow, a Bugatti EB 110 1991, code 1535 in blue, a Bugatti Atlantic 1936, code 1503 in bronze, another Bugatti Atlantic 1936, code 0503 in blue, an unboxed Bburago Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa 1957, not attached to its stand and pieces broken on the model, also included is a boxed Collezione Ferrari 348TS in red, all the boxes showing signs of wear with the plastic panels coming free from some or discoloured, not all models checked for completion but appear in good condition
A GERMAN THIRD REICH RAD REICHSARBEITSDIENST men's medal, this is the bronze version awarded for 4 years' service, it comes with its blue ribbon, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request
THREE GERMAN DRL BADGES, all three are the 1937 third pattern versions with Swastika, featuring DRGM 35269 but have different maker marks and they are Wernstein Jena, Petz and Lorenz U Reichenbach WTRBG and ERNST L MULLER Pforzheim, all three have pins on them but they are a bit loose, there is two bronze and one silver version in this lot, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request
THREE GERMAN SA SPORTS BADGES, all of them are the first pattern version, awarded from 1934 to 1935 and are all the bronze award, two have the maker mark of E Schneider Ludenscheid plus Eigentum der SA Sportabzeichen Haustella meaning property of the SA Sports badge headquarters, the other was made by Bonner Kunstabz Bedorf BONN RH, one has the issue number 205756 and weighs 18.2g, 120789 weighs 19.6g and 195653 weighs 18.5g, all weights are approximate, Customers must satisfy themselves prior to sale in regards to conditions and authenticity, viewing is advised, condition reports are available on request
A Chinese hardstone seal, carved with a Chimera finial, 18.5cm high, together with another seal, a bronze turtle seal, a hardstone Archaic vessel with elephant head handles, an Archaic style hardstone brush pot, a hardstone model of a Dragon or Chimera and a soapstone Archaic style cup (7)Condition Report: Overall these items are in good condition, with some minor domestic wear.Most are touristic type items/ made for the decorative mark.
Amendment: Please not that the coral item in this lot has been withdrawn. Collection of Chinese artefacts, to comprise a bronze model of a chariot, on a wooden stand, a Chinese blue and white baluster vase, two Yuan style pots, a cork model of a landscape in a circular frame, a purple glass model of a dragon, a green stone seal, a model of an elephant, a ruyi sceptre on a stand, a hardstone model of a stretching Buddha, three small hardstone models to include a seal, a buddha and a cylindrical toggle, and three wooden stands (16)Condition Report: This is an overall collection of souvenir items.No specific damages.Most items are modern.
A pair of late 19th century Louis VX style green marble and gilt bronze mounted lidded vases with a baluster shaped body and foliage mounted handles, by Susse Freres after a drawing by F Rambaud. Signed to the decoration on the bases. 56cm high and 28cm wide at the handles. Condition: Overall In good condition, small crack to the edge of the marble step above the first bronze band.
A mid 19th century French bronze and ormolu mantel clock of Hercules and Cerberus, raised on lion paw feet at the front and ornately decorated to the step with a glass panelled door to the movement. 8 cm silvered dial with engine turned centre bearing the inscription "Laborie a Paris", moon hands and gilded bezel of flowers and leafs. Two train French movement striking on a bell with silk suspension to pendulum. To include key and pendulum. 45cm high, 36cm wide and 13cm deep.Condition: Overall in good condition. Movement not tested
A mid 19th century bronze and ormolu French Empire mantel clock with the figure of Patrocle stood to one side drawing his sword stood on a rectangular plinth. Written on the clock face is ‘’Galle Rue Vivienne no’9’’. To include key and pendulum. 50cm high, 31cm wide and 15cm deep.Condition: overall in good condition, some oxidisation to the ormolu, the back to the movement is no longer with the clock. The clock is in working order, but it is recommended that any buyer has it professionally serviced.
[Friendly Brothers of Saint Patrick] A small 19th Century bronze circular Medal, the obverse with St. Patrick's Cross charged with heart surmounted by celestial crown with motto 'Fideles Constans,' the reverse with the arms of the Order surrounded by wreath, crest with helmet and wolfhound, two dolphins, and motto scroll 'Quis Seperabit' approx. 1.22" diameter. Scarce. (1)
Naval Interest: A 19th Century bronze and embossed makers Badge, for Marine Engineers 'Ellott and Garrood - (Makers & Batentees) Beccles, Suffolk, England, with pierce holes and Royal Cypher, stamped size F.H., No. 1354, C'ship unknown, as is. (1) * Elliot and Garrood where founded in 1868, they pioneered the manufacturing of steam components. They closed operations in 1978.
FINE RUSSIAN GILDED CAST BRONZE QUADRIPTYCH/TRAVELLING ALTAR - of gothic outline, the panels decorated with scenes of 'The Life of Christ' in relief, each panel divided into four equal squares with a large scene within the ogee arches, with Cyrillic text, 18cms H, 41cms W open, 18cms H, 11.5cms W closed
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