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Lot 300
Ca. AD 100-300.A flat-bottomed bronze bowl characterised by its broad profile and smooth walls. It is embellished with a depiction of a walking lion in a central roundel. Size: 38mm x 150mm; Weight: 180g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 309
Ca. AD 100 - 300.A beautiful ancient Roman bronze mirror featuring a flat circular body, with a smooth front face, that has now been worn out due to age, yet still retains good reflectivity. Mounted on a professional acrylic display stand. Bronze mirrors such as this were highly valued by individuals in the Roman Empire, on account of the importance given to appearance and grooming. They would have therefore been present in every aristocratic household, and were also buried with the deceased as grave goods. For a similar example, see The British Museum, Museum Number: 1856,1226.824 Size: 95mm x 95mm; Weight: 125g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014, acquired from Jean-David Cahn Auktionen.
Lot 352
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze amulet fashioned in the form of a phallus, crafted with testicles and well-defined glans. The phallus, as a symbol of virility and procreation, held great importance in ancient Roman society, where it was associated with various deities and fertility rites. Size: 66mm x 25mm; Weight: 65g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 498
Ca. 1200-700 BC.A pair of cast bronze mace heads, each with a hollow cylindrical body to be placed around a wooden staff. The upper halves are equipped with panels of five raised chevrons and three rows of blunt spikes. The lower halves are plain and the shaft holes are collared. Size: 140-160mm x 45-55mm; Weight: 850g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 275
Ca. 5th century BC.A group of three bronze vessels, comprising one with a deep body characterised by a rounded lower section and walls gently tapering to its mouth with an outward-flaring rim. The other two vessels feature circular flat bases, flaring bodies with carination around their mid-body, sloped shoulders and broad openings with delicately pronounced rims. Size: 78-80mm x 76-76mm; Weight: 435g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 501
Western Asia, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A cast bronze mace head with a tubular shaft and a knobbed head. Its upper portion is equipped with raised and vertically oriented ridges, whilst the lower section is delineated by a raised horizontal band. The weapon terminates with a further series of raised horizontal bands around the socket. Size: 130mm x 60mm; Weight: 750g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 362
Ca. AD 100-300.A substantial bronze bowl featuring a design that rises from a flat circular base, gradually flaring to an everted rim. Adorning the upper portion, a series of horizontal circumferential grooved bands add a decorative element to the vessel. Size: 100mm x 255mm; Weight: 845g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 415
Ca. 4th-7th century AD.A bronze finger ring with a facetted hoop and a circular bezel engraved with the profile busts of the Saints Peter and Paul facing each other. Between them, a small cross is positioned at the upper edge. For a similar example, see Bonhams, Antiquities, London, 29 April 2009, Lot 247. Size: D:18.75mm / US: 8 3/4 / UK: R; Weight: 10g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s.
Lot 412
Ca. AD 400.A silver finger band with a polygonal profile featuring letters inscribed on each facet. Silver rings were reserved in the Roman army fo the ranks of the Centurion, Tribune or Legate, all positions below these levels of the chain of command were only permitted to wear bronze rings. The bezels or bands of such jewellery were typically engraved with inscriptions or symbols relating to the wearer's legion. Size: D:19.96mm / US: 10 1/4 / UK: U; Weight: 2g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s.
Lot 301
Ca. 400 BC.A bronze mirror of a circular form with a flattened, rectangular-projecting handle featuring a rounded end and etched, linear decorations. Size: 260mm x 170mm; Weight: 185g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 66
Ca. AD 100-200. A bronze helmet with a round skull, topped with a small mushroom-shaped knob (peak) and a modern suspension ring. Massive visor with serrated edge. Widely flaring, contoured neck-guard with reinforcement bands riveted to the sides. Pronounced, embossed, stabilising ribs above the neck-guard. Ear cutouts on the sides with riveted hinge straps for attaching the cheekpieces. This type of helmet, also called “Imperial”, replaced a variety of Republican helmets. Soldiers mainly were responsible for acquiring their own equipment, often inherited from generation to generation. Weisenau helmets were worn by Roman Imperial legionaries and constituted the final evolutionary stage of the legionary helmet. These helmets were classified by H. Russell Robinson, who divided them into “Gallic” and “Italic” types. The earliest Roman piece was found in an Augustan grave at Nijmegen. With some restoration. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists, and X-Ray photos. The item includes an investigation report from an independent Belgian laboratory (Hebolabo) for age and authenticity. Size: 340mm x 320mm; Weight: 3.3kg Provenance: From the collection of a European collector; formerly acquired in Belgium in 2013; previously in Dutch collection, 1980s-2000s; Ex. Charles Delaporte collection, 1960s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 507
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze sword featuring a leaf-shaped blade that gracefully tapers to a sharp point. The blade exhibits a raised rib, which serves to strengthen the structure of the weapon. The hilt is fashioned with a round-section shank and culminates in a button-shaped pommel. Size: 475mm x 80mm; Weight: 795g Provenance: Private UK collection; Formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 421
Ca. AD 1100-1400.A bronze seal ring featuring a slender rounded hoop and a large circular bezel adorned with a central cross characterised by expanding arms and a 'crown of thorns' around its junction. The cross is encircled by an inscribed band. Size: D:19.96mm / US: 10 1/4 / UK: U; Weight: 4g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s.
Lot 506
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze sword with a triangular-shaped blade that tapers to a sharp point and features a prominent mid-rib, which runs through the whole length of the blade. The hilt features a rectangular-section shank and it culminates with a D-shaped stone pommel. Size: 630mm x 75mm; Weight: 1.14kg Provenance: Private UK collection; Formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 370
Ca. 900-800 BC.A bronze axe head with a short blade, elongated cheek, projecting loop handle, and collared socket. Mounted on a custom-made stand. For a similar example, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number: 2017.38. Size: 60mm x 120mm; Weight: 265g Provenance: Property of a European collector, acquired in London in 2016; Ex. private Dutch collection 1980s.
Lot 494
Ca. 5th century BC.A pair of bronze bowls comprising one with a deep, hemispherical body adorned with rosette decoration on the base and incised central concentric circles. The other bowl exhibits a shallow form with a rounded base, embellished with a decorative medallion on the bottom of the basin. Size: 159-190mm x 50-70mm; Weight: 630g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 270
Ca. 500 BC.A rare simpulum (ladle) crafted in bronze, showcases a deep, round bowl paired with an elongated, flat handle gracefully curved at the upper end, culminating in the finely detailed head of a duck. It served as an instrument for distributing wine during banquets and libations. For a similar example, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, accession number: X.21.90. Size: 300mm x 60mm; Weight: 160g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 505
Ca. 2nd millennium BC.A bronze single-edged sickle blade with a rounded tip and a short handle to the end. Sickle blades were used for utilitarian and agrarian purposes but could perhaps also double as a battlefield weapon. Size: 120mm x 170mm; Weight: 120g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 499
Western Asia, Ca. 2nd millennium BC.A group of five cast bronze axe heads, each with a tubular shaft, a round socket and a compact blade with a flaring profile. Axes played a crucial role in the lives of the people of the Bronze Age, serving as a tool for agriculture, woodworking, and as a weapon in times of conflict. Size: 115-130mm x 40-115mm; Weight: 1.9kg Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 518
Ca. 1st millennium BC.A cast bronze hollow standard, featuring a janiform design, portraying a highly stylised anthropomorphic figure grasping the long necks of flanking double-headed beasts. Additional pairs of beasts are depicted along the tube. The tube gradually flares towards its base, suggesting its intended connection to a pole or other supporting structure. For a similar example, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 1996.82.1; Christie's Live Auction 2390, Antiquities, 6 October 2011, Lot 12. Size: 375mm x 70mm; Weight: 350g Provenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 274
Ca. 5th century BC.A group of three bronze vessels, consisting of two with spherical lower bodies and flaring flanges, and one featuring a hemispherical bowl adorned with almond-shaped repousse protrusions. Size: 45-70mm x 125-145mm; Weight: 425g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 366
Ca. AD 100-300.A group of three bowls, each meticulously fashioned from a thin sheet of bronze. The first features a deep, tapering body, adorned with a pleasing green patina. The second takes on a tubular shape with shallow contours, while the third exhibits a hemispherical body accentuated by a raised central boss. Size: 25/45/70mm x 80/90/110mm; Weight: 320g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 276
Ca. 5th century BC.A group of three bronze bowls, comprising one with a hemispherical body, while another is flat-bottomed with a broad flange and decorated with a rosette. The third bowl presents a rounded bottom and a mouth that flares gracefully. Size: 30-50mm x 119-140mm; Weight: 490g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 354
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze seal finger ring characterized by a slender round hoop which seamlessly merges with a circular bezel. The bezel is decorated with a dotted border and encloses depictions of various animals, including the side profile of a small bird. Size: D:19.56mm / US: 9 3/4 / UK: T; Weight: 10g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s.
Lot 438
Ca. AD 900-1100.A cast bronze amulet crafted in the form of a dragon's foot, featuring a deltoid-shaped body. The reverse remains unworked, while the upper face is adorned with small triangles composed of diminutive dots. This amulet is equipped with an integrated suspension loop and three perforations are present along the lower edge. Size: 63mm x 35mm; Weight: 20g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 517
Ca. 1st millennium BC.A bronze sceptre of a janiform design with a highly stylised anthropomorphic figure grasping the long necks of flanking double-headed beasts. The lower portion of the sceptre portrays bird-like creatures. Along the length of the sceptre, an additional figure is depicted, with the hindquarters and slender legs. This standard is positioned on top of a tubular support with a flared base. For a similar example, see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 1996.82.1; Christie's Live Auction 2390, Antiquities, 6 October 2011, Lot 12. Size: 390mm x 95mm; Weight: 505g Provenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 435
Ca. 6th-7th century AD.A cast bronze openwork brooch, crafted as a disc with four L-shaped cuts strategically spaced to create a swastika design. The reverse side features a catchplate and pin. Size: 29mm x 29mm; Weight: 9.2g Provenance: Property of a central London gallery; Ex. Estate of a West Sussex collector.
Lot 465
Ca. 2nd - 1st century BC.A group of three cast bronze standing camels, each with perked ears, a single hump and a short tail. All with overall mottled blue-green and red-brown oxide surface patinas. Size: 60-63mm x 65-67mm; Weight: 125g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art gallery; formerly private NYC collection, acquired 1980-2000 from F. A, NYC.
Lot 478
Ca. 5th century BC.A pair of bronze bowls, including a bowl of a rounded body with a flaring profile, adorned with a pair of double bands on the bottom of the basin. The other bowl exhibits a flat circular base, gradually flaring to its broad opening. Size: 50-60mm x 160-178mm; Weight: 455g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 277
Ca. 5th century BC.A pair of bronze vessels including a bowl with a round bottom, and a flaring profile. The second bowl, shallower in depth, boasts a rounded bottom and a gently flaring opening. Size: 60-70mm x 135-140mm; Weight: 335g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 508
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A double-edged bronze sword with a sharp blade that tapers to a pointed end, complemented by a thick midrib flanked by fullers. The hilt of the sword is short and terminates in a disk-shaped pommel. Size: 600mm x 65mm; Weight: 690g Provenance: Private UK collection; Formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 360
Ca. AD 400.A silver finger band with a polygonal profile featuring letters inscribed on each facet and a cross mark. Silver rings were reserved in the Roman army fo the ranks of the Centurion, Tribune or Legate, all positions below these levels of the chain of command were only permitted to wear bronze rings. The bezels or bands of such jewellery were typically engraved with inscriptions or symbols relating to the wearer's legion. Size: D:19.15mm / US: 9 1/4 / UK: S; Weight: 3g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 278
Ca. 5th century BC.A group of three bronze vessels showcasing the diverse forms in ancient Etruscan craftsmanship. The first bowl rises from a flat circular base, its flaring body leading to a pronounced carination around its mid-section, and gracefully tapering to a mouth with an everted rim. The second bowl, of a shallower depth, boasts a rounded bottom and a gently flaring opening. The third bowl, with a distinctive round bottom, features a broad flange. Size: 60-100mm x 120-140mm; Weight: 600g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 500
Western Asia, Ca. 2nd millennium BC.A group of four bronze axe heads with an adze blade. Each tool features a central, collared socket, which would have allowed for attachment to a wooden handle. The curved blade on one end is vertically oriented, with flaring tips, while on the other end, the adze blade adds further functionality to the implement. Size: 140-160mm x 40-55mm; Weight: 2.26kg Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 363
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze umbo, or shield boss, assumes a circular form with a raised, domed centre and a broad, flat flange. The umbo served as a pivotal component of ancient shields, providing structural integrity and deflecting blows during combat. Size: 220mm x 220mm; Weight: 400g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 496
Ca. AD 224-651.A bronze vessel, characterised by a flat and circular bottom. It ascends through a tubular lower body to a generously flaring mouth. The exterior of the vessel remains plain, while the interior, including the rim, is meticulously adorned with incised decorations featuring concentric circle patterns. Size: 175mm x 90mm; Weight: 685g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 317
Ca. AD 100 - 300 .A pair of bronze life-sized fingers, which would have once been part of a large statue or votive hand. The curves and folds of the fragment reveal a highly naturalistic style, which testifies the Roman artistry and sculptural excellence. Cut right below the intermediate phalange, the hollow fingers presents an uneven edge and some earthy encrustations on the surface. Size: 35/50mm x 45280mm; Weight: 85g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014; Ex. Private collection 1970s-1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 437
Ca. 6th century AD.A bronze cruciform brooch with a carinated bow, rectangular headplate, and frontal knob. Decorated with incised patterns. These brooches were produced in a variety of shapes and sizes and were typically used to secure clothing and other textiles, such as cloaks or veils. For a similar example, see R. Hattatt, A Visual Catalogue of Ancient Brooches, Oxbow Books, 2000, fig. 231, p. 372. Size: 115mm x 30mm; Weight: 52g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 357
Ca. 2nd century AD.A bronze brooch plate featuring an openwork design of a central stem culminating in a leaf-shaped finial, with two small protrusions at its mid-section. Flanking the stem are two S-shaped dolphin motifs oriented outward. Size: 19mm x 24mm; Weight: 3.5g Provenance: Property of a central London gallery; Ex. Estate of a West Sussex collector.
Lot 299
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze libation bowl featuring an hemispherical body with a raised, conical projection at the centre and an attractive patina across the surface. Bowls of this kind were used to pour libations to the gods and drink on more ordinary occasions. Size: 150mm x 40mm; Weight: 210g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 365
Ca. AD 100-300.A group of three bowls, each with hemispherical body meticulously crafted from hammered sheets of bronze. The first bowl exhibits a low relief motif around the base, reminiscent of a radiating sun. The second bowl is adorned with a dot-in-a-circle decoration, while the third remains plain. In ancient Rome, bronze bowls served various practical and ceremonial purposes, acting as vessels for dining, storage, or ritualistic offerings. Size: 40/55/60mm x 95/105/120mm; Weight: 400g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 479
Ca. AD 500.A deep bronze goblet with slightly corseted walls, and a conical-shape base supported by a small, concave foot. The cup of the goblet culminates in a slightly everted rim. The lower section of the cup features a decorative register of swimming fish flanked by two thick ridges positioned on the top and bottom of the band. Size: 100-140mm x 60-145mm; Weight: 480g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 302
Ca. 400 BC.A bronze mirror cast in one piece. It features an ovoid-shaped body with a raised border and a flat-section flaring handle. Size: 260mm x 130mm; Weight: 725g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 424
Ca. AD 1100-1400.A bronze seal ring composed of a slender hoop, gradually expanding into an oval-shaped bezel with a beaded border. The bezel is engraved with a Christian monogram. A monogram is a symbol or motif created by combining two or more letters, often representing initials or a meaningful phrase. Size: D:17.12mm / US: 6 3/4 / UK: N; Weight: 5g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s.
Lot 477
Ca. AD 500.A group of three bronze goblets, each with a conical-shaped cup with an outward flaring rim and two circumferential bands at mid-section. Each vessel rests on a short circular foot. The smallest from this assembly features two rows of spikes running around its perimeter. Size: 110-135mm x 105-140mm; Weight: 1.2kg Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 65
Ca. 600 BC.A finelly modelled helmet made of hammered bronze sheet, with a rectilinear opening for the face, long, pointed cheek pieces, horizontal ribbing on the forehead framing the upper facial opening, and twin parallel ridges on the crown, each flanked by a group of three later ribs in low relief, engraved band between. The back and sides flare out to guard the neck and has three perforations for attachment of leather liner. This example has a rich, blue-green patina and is a somewhat more impressive example of Type II, variant A, with a more pronounced dome-like form. The Roman historian Appian wrote that the Illyrian lived in the area south from the Macedonians and Thracians. Traditionally the Illyrians were farmers and miners, but during war time they were respected as seasoned soldiers, primarily for the infantry. For a discussion of Type II, variant A, see Angelo Bottini et. al. Antike Helme (Mainz, 1988) pp. 48-52, and ef. Figs. 7-8, p. 49. These helmets were particularly popular in northern Greece, in the province of Illyria, in the modern day Balkans. They were made for hoplites, the citizen-soldiers of the Greek city states, who often furnished their own bronze armor. As a result, regional styles developed, and there is a great deal of variation in shape and form.For similar examples to this helmet from the Metropolitan Museum of Art (1992.180.1, 2006.221, 2003.407.6) and the Louvre (CA 2221Or). For a similar, see H. Pflug, 'Illyrische Helme', in A. Bottini et al. Antike Helme, Mainz, 1988, 55-9. For further reading, see A. M. Snodgrass, Early Greek Armour and Weapons. From the End of the Bronze Age to 600 B.C., Edinburgh, 1964. Size: 280mm x 200mm; Weight: 1.16kg Provenance: London private collection; formelry in a private New York, USA collection; formerly acquired from the German collection of Hans Hagmann in 1968/69. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 510
Ca. 1st millennium BC.A bronze spearhead featuring a leaf-shaped blade with rounded shoulders and a prominent midrib that runs the length of the blade. The shank of the blade is separated from the square tang by solid moulding. The tang itself terminates in a tapered end with a small disk. Size: 300mm x 43mm; Weight: 355g Provenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1990s on the UK / International art markets.
Lot 279
Ca. 500 BC.A group of bronze utensils consisting of a flat-bottomed olpe with a thick rim and a long downfacing handle, a cooking vessel with sharp carination and everted rim and a sieve with a deep round body and a flat handle terminating in a loop finial. Size: 125-280mm x 85-160mm; Weight: 1.04kg Provenance: From the private collection of D. Ruskin, Oxfordshire; formerly in a 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.
Lot 364
Ca. AD 100-300.A group of three bronze bowls including two shallow bowls, each with a rounded circular base, corseted walls, and pronounced rim, alongside a deeper bowl with a flat base and slightly flaring walls toward the opening. In ancient Rome, bronze bowls served a myriad of purposes, functioning as vessels for food consumption, storage, or even as offerings in religious ceremonies. Size: 50/50/35mm x 95/100/115mm; Weight: 290g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 495
Ca. AD 224-651.A bronze vessel, characterised by its large and deep form with a truncated cone shape and a rounded flange adorning the rim, featuring a decorative band of Kufic inscription. The vessel is supported by a flat base. Size: 240mm x 130mm; Weight: 1.48kg Provenance: From the private collection of a Central London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market before 2000.
Lot 509
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze dagger with a slender double-edged blade tapering to a sharp point. The hilt curved inward from a splayed pommel to form concave flanged sides to receive an inlay. A crescent-shaped guard encloses the upper part of the midrib. Size: 400mm x 45mm; Weight: 350g Provenance: Private UK collection; Formerly acquired on the European art market from pre-2000 collections. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.
Lot 454
Ca. 12th-13th century AD.A bronze ewer with a distinctive design of a piriform body elevated on a short concave foot. The spout is shaped as a bull's head, complete with protruding ears and projecting horns, creating an ornate and functional element. A strap handle seamlessly connects the lower part of the body with the bull's head. This ewer is further decorated with horizontal bands of incised decoration concentrated around the upper and lower body. For a similar example, see Bonhams, Islamic and Indian Art, London, 18 October 2016, Lot 60. Size: 210mm x 100mm; Weight: 415g Provenance: Property of a London Islamic art specialist collector; previously in a collection formed since the 1980s.
Lot 416
Ca. AD 1500 .A bronze seal ring featuring a smooth and thin band that expands to form a flat, oval-shaped bezel. The bezel is engraved with a personal mark, composed of a monogram, likely used for signing and authenticating documents or contracts. Size: D:19.96mm / US: 10 1/4 / UK: U; Weight: 10g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient art collector, formerly in a Mayfair private collection of Mr. P. S., formerly acquired on the UK art market since the 1970s.
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