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Lot 236
Royal Air Force Chaplains Department Collar Badges, fine pair of gilt metal chaplains winged collar badges accompanied by another example with brooch pin fitting to the reverse; large type gilt metal RAF education officers collar badge by J R Gaunt London and smaller example both with lug fittings; bronze education department torch collar badge with two lug fittings, pair of brass RAF other ranks collar badges, anodised example and metal wheel trade badge. 10 items
Lot 272
Peter Hicks Bronze Resin Figures and China Mugs: Four figures standing 24/25 cms high to include Royal Regt of Fusiliers, 95th Rifle Regt 1812, Green Howard 1688 and Cpl. J.Ross VC 1885, all with plaques mounted on bases. Five large bone china mugs from the Great Battles of the British Army Collection by the Army Benevolent Fund. 9 items
Lot 138
DC Batman with Robin Bronze Age Comic, No.234 August 1971, cover price 25c, 7 ½ p UK stamp, writers Mike Friedrich, Dennis Oneil, cover artist Neil Adams, good/very good, No.59 May 1965 Batman and Green Lantern cover price 12c, 10d UK stamp, cover artist Gil Kane, very good/fine and No.68 November 1968 Batman and Metamorpho, very good/fine, all bagged (3 items) *Before buying please see important auction information.
Lot 120
Five Vintage Captain America Silver Age Marvel Comics, 102 June 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine + 103 July 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine+ 105 September 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine + 105 September 1968 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby VG, 109 Jan 1969 writer Stan Lee, cover artist Jack Kirby Fine all with 12c cover price, plus 121 Jan 1970 bronze age 15c cover price, 1st appearance of The Man Brute! writer Jack Lee, cover artist Gene Colan, very Fine and 1 Jan 1970 King Size Special G, all bagged/boarded. (7 items) Before buying please see important auction information.
Lot 108
The Incredible Hulk Silver Age Marvel Comic 102 Apr 1968, Hulk moves from "Tales to Astonish" to own Title in issue #102, cover price 12c (UK 1/- stamp) Very Fine plus 129 July 1970 bronze issue Very Fine + both bagged/boarded.(2 items) Before buying please see important auction information.
Lot 38
Late Shang / Early Western Zhou Dynasty, Ca. 12th-11th century BC.A cast bronze ding vessel with a bulbous basin sitting atop three elaborately decorated legs. The vessel is adorned with raised relief on the upper section of the body with a register of dragons with stylised elongated bodies and separated from each other by protruding flanges. U-shaped handles are rising from the opposite sides of the flat rim. These bronze ritual vessels were used for offerings of food to ancestors. Possibly restored. Size: 430mm x 410mm; Weight: 13,3kg Provenance: East Anglian private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong.
Lot 286
Ca. AD 100-300.A cast bronze pendant shaped like a gladius sword. It features a tapering blade with a perforation at its lower end, a protective guard and a knobbed handle. The gladius, a vital component of a Roman legionary's armament, was a renowned short sword characterized by its double-edged blade and compact design. Employed by Roman soldiers in close-quarter combat, it became a symbol of Roman military might and discipline. Size: 40mm x 0.7mm; Weight: 7.4g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 180
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze libation bowl of the hemispherical body with an attractive patina across the vessel. Bowls of this kind were used to pour libations to the gods and drink on more ordinary occasions. Size: 75mm x 145mm; Weight: 133g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Lot 343
Ca. AD 1000-1500 AD.A bronze double reliquary crucifix pendant with a suspension loop from which hangs a box in the form of a cross with rectangular arms. The outside of the box bears only a simple engraved cross motif. The box may be closed using a hinge and clasp. Reliquary crosses were used to carry around small relics which provided protection to the wearer. Size: 42mm x 18mm; Weight: 7g Provenance: Property of a professional London art expert; obtained from an old British collection formed in the 1980s.
Lot 354
Ca. 5th-7th Century AD.A bronze cross pendant with flaring terminals. At the junction and at each arm, there is a concentric circle motif that embodies the five wounds of Christ. This motif is a representation of the suffering of Jesus Christ during his crucifixion. The five wounds typically consist of the wounds on Christ’s hands, feet, and side. For a similar pendant, please see The British Museum, Museum number 1991,0403.39. Size: 32mm x 20mm; Weight: 4g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.
Lot 473
Ca. 550-450 BC.A bronze goblet formed of a deep cup with a flaring rim, sitting atop a stem foot. The goblet is adorned with a decorative register of low relief decoration consisting of animals and human figures below the band of scrolled motifs. Size: 80mm x 60mm; Weight: 95g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 223
Ca. AD 100-200.A bronze figurine representing an eagle. The sculpture features a meticulously rendered bird with wings elegantly folded and with incised feathers. The small head with accentuated eyes, and a beak that curves downward. Size: 50mm x 25mm; Weight: 35g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Lot 288
Ca. AD 200-500 .A collection of five Roman bronze rings, all featuring a round hoop and decorative bezels. Varied patterns enrich the pieces, including a’ ring and a dot' motif, possibly associated with the cult of the sun; floral and geometric designs. Size: Collection of 5, UK: I-R; Weight: 7.75g Provenance: Private London collector, acquired on the Austrian Art market, formerly in an old USA collection formed since the 1970s.
Lot 494
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze sword with a leaf-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 of the sword features a rectangular-section shank with an openwork design and it culminates with a D-shaped stone pommel. Size: 590mm x 100mm; Weight: 830g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.
Lot 387
Ca. 5th-7th Century AD.A remarkable bronze decorative tripod stand, adorned with an intricate design. The feet of the stand are styled in shape of animal paws, above them, protrudes an elegant, columnar shaft, with multiple disc-like forms arranged around the centre. The pinnacle of this stand features a reel-shaped drip tray with a flat base and a tapering pricket attached in the middle, likely to hold a candle or oil lamp. Size: 300mm x 160mm; Weight: 1.82kg Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 321
Ca. AD 900-1100.A restrung necklace arrangement comprising various types of bronze beads, predominantly in the shape of tightly coiled spiral tubes, piriform bells and dangling foot-shaped adornments. Fabulous green patina. Size: 290mm x 260mm; Weight: 145g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 342
Ca. 10th-12th Century AD.A bronze cross pendant of a symmetrical form, with each arm culminating in a rounded finial. Positioned at the top is a suspension loop, enabling the pendant to be worn. The upper face of this cross features a decoration of five raised knobs encircled by raised circles, evoking the symbolism associated with the five wounds of Christ. The five wounds are believed to mirror the injuries inflicted upon Jesus during his crucifixion, namely the piercing of his hands, feet, and side. By incorporating these five concentric circles resembling the wounds of Christ, the pendant serves as a powerful reminder of the redemptive sacrifice and suffering of Jesus. For a similar, please see The British Museum, Museum number 1880,0501.8. Size: 30mm x 23mm; Weight: 4g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.
Lot 278
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze finger ring composed of a round hoop expanding at the shoulders to form a bezel, set with a white stone intaglio engraved with a depiction of a standing robed goddess, facing right and holding a long staff in the right hand. Size: D:13.5mm / US: 2 1/4 / UK: D 1/2; Weight: 2.5g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Lot 289
Ca. AD 200-501.A collection of five Roman bronze rings, all featuring a round hoop and decorative bezels. Varied patterns enrich the pieces, including a’ ring and a dot' motif, possibly associated with the cult of the sun, and geometric designs. Size: Collection of 5, UK: L-R; Weight: 12g Provenance: Private London collector, acquired on the Austrian Art market, formerly in an old USA collection formed since the 1970s.
Lot 279
Ca. AD 100-300.A bronze finger ring composed of a flat-section shank, stepped-in shoulders and a circular bezel with a depiction of a left-facing standing stag with its impressive antler. Size: 7 3/4mm x Pmm; Weight: 8.3g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Lot 457
Ca. 2500-1550 BC.A bronze oil lamp featuring a flat-bottomed, circular design, complemented by a shallow bowl, flat flange, and a small spout. Such lamps served as essential sources of illumination. Filled with oil and ignited with a wick, they provided the warm glow necessary for various activities after sunset. Size: 30mm x 140mm; Weight: 117g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Lot 500
Ca. 2nd millennium BC.A bronze axe head with a flaring cutting edge and a thick butt featuring a round socket for attachment of a wooden pole. Both faces of the axe head display a horizontal ridge at the midsection of the socket. Size: 100mm x 170mm; Weight: 1.05kg Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 476
Ca. 1st millennium BC.A bronze bowl of a shallow-bodied form with a flat base and outward-flaring, flat rim. The bowl is enriched by a flat-section handle with parallel support pointing downwards and four meticulously rendered horses standing in line on the upper face. Size: 33mm x 120mm; Weight: 260g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Lot 357
Ca. AD 700-900.A double-sided bronze crucifix pendant featuring arms terminating in roundels, each adorned with a low relief bust of a saint. The pendant includes a suspension loop positioned at the top. Size: 60mm x 40mm; Weight: 16.5g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Lot 541
Ca. AD 618-907 or later.A bronze mirror with a convexly curved and finely polished mirror face. On the reverse side of the mirror, a central raised boss commands attention, accompanied by four smaller bosses arranged in a cross pattern. This symmetrical arrangement adds a captivating visual element to the mirror's design. The decoration on the mirror is divided into two main registers that encircle the central boss. Within these registers, intertwined scrolling dragons gracefully meander across a patterned ground. These mirrors served as both functional objects for personal grooming and as symbols of social status and refinement. Beyond their practical utility, they were also cherished as items of beauty and artistic expression. Furthermore, these mirrors played a role in rituals and spiritual practices. They were employed in divination ceremonies and were believed to possess mystical properties, facilitating the communication between the human realm and the spiritual world. Tang Dynasty bronze mirrors thus held a profound significance in both mundane and metaphysical aspects of life. Size: 190mm x 190mm ; Weight: 675g Provenance: UK private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong.
Lot 351
Ca. AD 1000-1100.A bronze finger ring of a round hoop with slightly expanding shoulders and a large flat bezel engraved with a Latin cross with four dots in each corner, a left-facing raven and a branch, all enclosed within a dotted border. Size: D:18.34mm / US: 8 1/4 / UK: Q; Weight: 4.3g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Lot 224
Ca. AD 1-300.A bronze key ring with a wide round hoop and a projecting bezel with teeth of varying shape and size. Keys rings were used to open chests, boxes, and caskets, although they sometimes served ceremonial or decorative purposes, such as matron keys, and votive offerings. Key rings were also a subtle status symbol implying that the wearer had valuable assets to protect. For a similar see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 96.9.440. Size: D:15.29mm / US: 4 1/4 / UK: I; Weight: 16.2g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1980s;
Lot 537
Possibly Han Dynasty, Ca. 202 BC - AD 220.A stunning Chinese Han Dynasty Hu jar that is covered in a thick lead based green glaze. The vessel has a flat base, with rounded sides and a tall cylindrical neck. It is fixed with ring ‘taotie’ mask handles on either side. The moulded decoration on the shoulder imitates the cast bronze designs of earlier vessels, depicting various plants and animals such as birds, tigers and fish. The jar was likely made to contain alcohol or grains, and was likely from a funerary context, as Han burials frequently contain food storage jars thought to nourish the deceased in the afterlife. For similar, see Metropolitan Museum collection, Accession Number: 67.43.17. Size: 510mm x 370mm; Weight: 8.06kg Provenance: East Anglian private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong.
Lot 284
Ca. AD 100-200.A bronze figurine of the goddess Fortuna, known in Greek mythology as Tyche. Standing in an elegant pose, she is draped in a flowing robe with a hood. In her left hand, the goddess cradles a cornucopia, symbolizing abundance, a fitting emblem for a deity associated with good fortune and prosperity. Fortuna, revered in Roman and Greek mythology, personified the capricious nature of luck and fate. As the goddess of chance, she held sway over the unpredictable turns of life, representing both the capriciousness of fortune and the potential for great blessings. Cf. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 96.9.400. Size: 70mm x 35mm; Weight: 108g Provenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.
Lot 344
Ca. AD 600-800.A bronze reliquary cross plaque fashioned in the form of a Latin cross. It features loops positioned at the top and bottom, enabling it to be suspended. The upper face of the plaque showcases a representation of Corpus Christi, rendered in low relief. Size: 45mm x 22mm; Weight: 6g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.
Lot 347
Ca. 9th-12th Century AD.A striking bronze ring decorated with circular punchmarks. This ring has a flat interior and a thick rounded exterior loop. It has three punchmarks on each shoulder, underscored by an incised horizontal line. This decorative scheme continues on the large, circular bezel, which is adorned with a circular design of punchmarks with a central circle in the middle. There are small, delicate zigzag patterns etched at random around the punchmarks, adding depth to the composition. Size: D:17.32mm / US: 7 / UK: N 1/2; Weight: 6.64g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.
Lot 493
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze short sword featuring a solid-cast guard and a triangular blade with mid-rib and sharp edges tapering to a point. The hilt is modelled in the round and exhibits a single central rib. It ends in a knob pommel with a flattened top. Size: 510mm x 70mm; Weight: 615g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.
Lot 132
Ca. 400 BC.A bronze finger ring formed of a D-shaped thin hoop and a large bezel with an engraved depiction of a mythological being combining features of a four-legged creature for its lower body melded with a human head. Size: 8mm x P 1/2mm; Weight: 3.6g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Lot 356
Ca. AD 1100-1300.An intricately crafted bronze cross pendant composed of four segmented arms, each one expanding outward at the end. The junction where the arms meet is further embellished with an embossed dot motif. The pendant features a suspension loop at the top, making it easy to wear. Size: 29mm x 20mm; Weight: 4g Provenance: From the private collection of a South London art professional; previously in a collection formed on the UK/European art market in the 1990s.
Lot 283
Ca. AD 100.A cast bronze figurine of an eagle with its wings folded, attentive eyes and its head held straight. The bird stands atop an integral base. The eagle symbolized not only imperial authority but also embodied qualities of bravery, strength, and everlasting legacy. Serving as a standard, the eagle was carried by the legionary eagle-bearer at the forefront of Roman military formations, embodying the spirit, power, and authority of the Roman legions. Size: 40mm x 20mm; Weight: 39g Provenance: Private UK collection; acquired on the Belgian art market.
Lot 220
Ca. AD 200.A cast bronze figurine depicting a bull in a standing posture, positioned atop a tiered integral base. The sculpture features a slender body of the animal, characterized by a well-defined head, short curved horns, and a pronounced snout. Size: 65mm x 40mm; Weight: 86g Provenance: Private London collection, acquired pre-2000.
Lot 99
Ca. 450-400 BC.A bronze kyathos of a flat-bottomed cylindrical body, gently curved shoulder, short neck and a broad, outward everted rim. The vessel features over-arching handle affixed to one side. This type of vessel was likely used to facilitate the ladling of wine from larger vessels, and possibly act as a measuring instrument when blending water with wine. For a similar type, please see The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 12.160.5. Size: 90mm x 50mm; Weight: 100g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; formerly in a European Collection, France, bought in Paris in the 1990s.
Lot 480
Ca. 1000-600 BC.A Luristan cast bronze cage bell that features delicate openwork and suspension loop for wearability. The bell stands on three protruding feet on the underside of the cage, and contains two ovoid stonse that allows one to shake it and hear a metallic sound. This charming pendant could have been attached to horse trappings, as the Luristan people were nomads that commonly ornamented their animals in bronze attachments and fittings. Size: 50mm x 35mm; Weight: 30g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s.
Lot 499
Western Asiatic/Aegan, Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze spear cast in one piece. The slender, leaf-shaped blade boasts distinctive round shoulders and a prominent midrib that runs through the whole length of the blade. The elongated shank of the blade is elegantly separated from the square tang by a bifurcated moulding. The tang itself terminates in a flat, tapered end. Cf. O. White Muscarella, Bronze and Iron. Ancient Near Eastern Artefacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, 1988, p.103, 171. Size: 350mm x 50mm; Weight: 255g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquire on the UK/European art market in the 1980s.
Lot 501
Ca. 1200-700 BC.A bronze axe head with an adze blade of an elegant design and practical form. The 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. The adze blade was a common feature of many ancient tools, and it typically consisted of a rectangular or triangular-shaped blade attached perpendicular to the handle. Its unique design allowed for efficient woodworking, particularly in shaping and smoothing wood surfaces. Size: 240mm x 50mm; Weight: 1.22kg Provenance: Private collection of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
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