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Lot 432
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a cream ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body, and short, squat neck; incised serif motifs decorate the vessel’s shoulders. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:140mm / W:95mm ; 1kg; Provenance: Obtained from a B.F; previously in a collection formed in the 1980s on the UK art market.
Lot 431
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a cream ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body, short, squat neck and domed rim; incised serif motifs decorate the vessel’s shoulders. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:150mm / W:85mm ; 850g; Provenance: Obtained from a B.F; previously in a collection formed in the 1980s on the UK art market.
Lot 430
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a brownish-red ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body, short, cylindrical neck and domed rim; repeating stamped geometric decoration covers the whole body of the vessel. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:170mm / W:100mm ; 565g; Provenance: Obtained from a B.F; previously in a collection formed in the 1980s on the UK art market.
Lot 482
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a grey ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body, short, tapering neck and domed rim. Incised decoration is visible on the body. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:115mm / W:100mm ; 580g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.
Lot 533
Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian, Early Third Intermediate Period. Beautiful terracotta-coloured ceramic ushabti figure wearing a tripartite wig, a false beard and standing with crossed arms. Traces of white paint are visible across the figure and the eyes are picked out in black. Shabtis, also known as ushabtis, are Egyptian tomb offerings intended to serve and assist the dead in the afterlife. Ushabtis are usually inscribed with title, names, and sometimes parentage of the individual that dedicated them. Such figurines could also be inscribed with passages from the book of the dead so as to secure safe passage for the deceased on their journey to the underworld. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:180mm / W:45mm ; 175g ; Provenance: Property of an established London gallery; acquired from a private estate collection formed in the 1980s.
Lot 490
600-200 BC. Apulia. Daunian bell krater with flaring rim, bell-shaped body, rounded stem, disc-shaped base and two lug handles. The cream-coloured rim and body is painted with beautiful deep red bands and the area around the body, level with the lug handles features a repeating leaf motif. A krater is a large ceramic vessel used for mixing wine during drinking parties (symposia) in ancient societies. Ancient wine was considerably stronger than its modern counterparts and often had to be mixed with water, spices and honey in order to make it less potent. Excellent condition.Size: L:270mm / W:235mm ; 1.7kg; Provenance: From the private collection of a Kent gentleman; previously in an old British collection, formed in the 1980s on the UK /European art markets.
Lot 534
Ca.1070-945 BC Egyptian. Beautiful buff-coloured ceramic ushabti figure wearing a tripartite wig and robe and standing with crossed arms. The face is carefully modelled with a club nose, bulbous eyes and pursed mouth. Paint is still visible on the figure: black on the hair/wig, brown on the face and brown on the robe. Shabtis, also known as ushabtis, are Egyptian tomb offerings intended to serve and assist the dead in the afterlife. Ushabtis are usually inscribed with title, names, and sometimes parentage of the individual that dedicated them. Such figurines could also be inscribed with passages from the book of the dead so as to secure safe passage for the deceased on their journey to the underworld. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:182mm / W:60mm ; 180g; Provenance: Property of an established London gallery; acquired from a private estate collection formed in the 1980s.
Lot 483
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a cream ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body, short, squat neck and domed rim. Three rows of punched circular decoration in varying sizes are visible on the body. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:155mm / W:95mm ; 915g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.
Lot 504
C. 400-300 BC. South Italian. Cream-coloured krater with large ear-shaped handle, out turned rim, bell-shaped body, round stem and ring foot. A krater is a large ceramic used for mixing wine during drinking parties (symposia) in ancient societies. Ancient wine was considerably stronger than its modern counterparts and often had to be mixed with water, spices and honey in order to make it less potent. Excellent condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:152mm / W:100mm ; 325g; Provenance: Obtained from a L.F; previously in a collection formed in the 1970s on the UK art market.Size: L:155mm / W:137mm ; 255g; Provenance: Property of a London gentleman, formerly acquired in the US in the 1990s.
Lot 484
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a cream ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body, short, squat neck and domed rim. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand.Size: L:135mm / W:90mm ; 510g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.
Lot 429
900-1200 AD, Byzantine. Decorated Byzantine "fire grenade" comprising a brownish-cream ceramic vessel with a spheroconical body; repeating stamped decoration in the form of a prancing beast covers the shoulders of the vessel. Globular vessels such as this example are frequently interpreted as an early type of hand grenades. It is believed that these jars could have contained an incendiary agent such as the infamous "Greek fire" which was impervious to water, making them invaluable weapons in naval battles. Unfortunately, the recipe for "Greek fire was lost with the fall of the Byzantine empire, but it was likely a petroleum-based mixture. Good condition; on a custom stand. Size: L:165mm / W:132mm ; 2kg; Provenance: Obtained from a B.F; previously in a collection formed in the 1980s on the UK art market
Lot 266
Very large painted orange and black ceramic decorative platter, with a geometric snail design set against a Southwestern landscape; with a painted design along the edge. Signed R DANY on front.Diameter: 20 1/2 in. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 405
Stylized glazed stoneware figure riding a horse, 1955. As is condition. Guido Gambone is known for abstract form thickly glazed ceramic and stoneware.Signed on bottom of base: Gambone, Italy.Size: 12 x 3 3/4 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 976
Costumed warrior on a running horse. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on a Lucite base, repaired.Approx. size: 15 x 16 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 977
Bearded figure in motion. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on lucite base. Approx. size: 11 1/2 x 10 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 978
Standing figure with robe. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on lucite base. Approx. size: 11 1/2 x 10 in. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 979
Chinese figure in motion. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on lucite base.Approx. size: 15 1/2 x 10 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 980
Bearded figure in motion. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on lucite base. Approx. size: 14 1/2 x 10 in. Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 981
Bearded figure riding a four-legged animal, perhaps a foo dog. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on lucite base.Approx. size: 12 x 16 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 982
Bearded figure sitting on tiger. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on Lucite base.Approx. size: 13 x 13 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 983
Costumed warrior with weapon, on a running animal figure. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on a Lucite base, repaired.Approx. size: 13 x 14 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 984
Bearded figure on running horse. Ceramic tiles such as this one have been placed on Chinese temple roofs for centuries to ward off evil spirits and attract the attention and good fortune of the gods. Mounted on a Lucite base, repaired.Approx. size: 13 x 14 in.Please note that all sales are final. No refunds will be given under any circumstances.
Lot 591
Mixed Ceramics including Studio Pottery - Duckling by a Pond and Toadstools and one similar with rabbit, together with five wooden mushrooms and two ceramic rabbits, Twenty three items of Crested China and similar, all for Maldon in Essex, Three Ceramic Black Cats, one marked ELPA, a Pair of Wade Cats, 19th century Cat and Kittens, Six Midwinter ' Cassandra ' Trays, etc
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