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Click here to subscribeCa. 1050 - 900 BC. A mould-made terracotta figurine of a bull with a compact body, prominent dewlap, and a rounded snout. The surface is buff with traces of red pigment across the surface.Size: 190mm x 130mm; Weight: 790gProvenance: Private UK collection, acquired on the US art market; Ex. Private Estate, New York, acquired in the mid-1980s.
Ca. AD 1 - 200. A bronze figurine of a horse shown in a prancing stance with the right foreleg raised. Head is turned slightly to the left, with prominent eyes, flared nostrils, and alert ears. A short mane rendered with fine incised grooves runs along the crest of the neck. The body is compact and muscular. The tail curves back and attaches to the base, creating an arched void. Mounted on an integral rectangular plinth with a triple-stepped profile and projecting corners.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction, 2390 Antiquties, Lot. 122.Size: 45mm x 35mm; Weight: 40gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 664 - 30 BC. A limestone figurine depicting a nude embracing couple. The male figure is shown on the left with short-cropped hair and full facial features, while the female figure on the right has a shoulder-length wig and rounded breasts. Their arms are wrapped around each other in a compact frontal pose.Size: 70mm x 35mm; Weight: 51.25gProvenance: Private UK collection; Ex. M. H. collection, Kensington, acquired on the UK art market in the 1970s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 800 BC.A group of three small bronze figurines representing stylised quadrupeds with simplified bodies and short, robust legs. Each figure has a schematic head with minimal facial detail and a thick, compact torso.For similar see: W. Seipel, EFES Artemisionu, Bir Tanricanin Kustal Mekan, 2008, p. 298, Res. 6.Size: 24-33mm x 43-43mm; Weight: 57gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Ca. 3000 - 1790 BC. A kohl vessel carved from breccia, with a tapering lower body and a wide, flattened upper section that functions as a lid. The two halves fit seamlessly, forming a compact vessel with a shallow neck and circular opening.Size: 80mm x 50mm; Weight: 280gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 700 BC. A cast bronze bull depicted in a standing pose, with short cylindrical legs and a compact body. The head is broad with short horns curving outward.For similar see: W. Seipel, EFES Artemisionu, Bir Tanricanin Kustal Mekan, 2008, p. 298, Res. 6.Size: 69mm x 42mm; Weight: 69gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Third Intermediate Period, Ca. 1069 - 664 BC. A blue faience amulet depicting a falcon, representing Horus, with a compact body, a slightly curved back, and a rounded chest. The head is raised, with eyes highlighted in black and a short beak. The wings are folded along the sides, and the tail extends downward.For similar see:MET Museum Object Number: 2021.41.145; British Museum Miscellaneous number: Miscellaneous number: 9,9,86,91 (Accession Number)(Accession Number)Size: 24.4mm x 10.2mm; Weight: 3.49gProvenance: Private London collection; previously French art market 1970s/1980s. Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 500 - 400 BC. A compact bronze figurine of a bull with a rounded body and short legs. The head is raised with small, forward-pointing horns and a defined muzzle. The neck is thick and blends into the broad back, which slopes gently towards the hindquarters. The tail curves downward.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 1972.118.76Size: 38mm x 49mm; Weight: 73gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Ca. AD 1 - 200. A bronze figurine of an eagle depicted standing with wings folded along the sides. Its head is turned slightly forward with a pronounced hooked beak and large circular eyes defined by concentric rings. The body is compact, with incised detailing across the breast to suggest feathering. The tail extends straight back and rests on the base. Legs are sturdy and closely set, with talons gripping a flat, rectangular plinth.For similar see: J. E. Bonnet, Le bronzes Antiques de Paris, Musee Carnevalet, 1989, Cat. 33, p. 100.Size: 40mm x 25mm; Weight: 45gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.
Second Intermediate Period, Ca. 1790 - 1550. A collection of four scarabs. The one on the left is the largest, with a detailed carapace and incised lines on the elytra. Its underside bears a hieroglyphic inscription. The second scarab is smaller, with a plain, rounded back and an underside decorated with a symmetrical scroll motif. The third is more compact, with a finely incised beetle form and featuring an engraved sphinx on the underside. The fourth and smallest scarab has a rounded body with a simplified carapace, and its base is decorated with neatly arranged hieroglyphs.Size: 12.8-16.7mm x 9.6-14.1mm; Weight: 7.51gProvenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection.Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 300 - 100 BC. A hard stone amulet in the form of a seated cat, depicted with upright ears, a rounded muzzle, and large, attentive eyes. The body is compact, with front paws neatly aligned and muscular hindquarters resting on a rectangular base. A suspension loop is integrated at the back.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 1905,0612.10.Size: 40.8mm x 29.7mm; Weight: 29.06gProvenance: Private London collection; previously French art market 1970s/1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.Reviewed by Simone Musso, consultant curator for Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition.
Ca. 700 BC. A solid free-standing bronze figurine of a bull with slender legs, a compact body, and a raised hump over the shoulders. The head is rendered with forward-projecting horns, rounded ears, and a short snout.For similar see: W. Seipel, EFES Artemisionu, Bir Tanricanin Kustal Mekan, 2008, p. 298, Res. 6.Size: 37mm x 51mm; Weight: 38gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Ca. 500 - 300 BC.A pair of bronze appliqués depicting recumbent horned animals, each with a rectangular hollow mount on the reverse for attachment. One figure presents a stylised deer with large eyes, a ridged mane, and sharply angled legs tucked beneath its body. The other shows a similarly posed animal with coiled scroll-like elements along its back and short, rounded antlers. Both figures are compact in form with flattened sides and finely modelled facial features.M. Bolla, Animali di bronzo del Museeo archeologico al teatro Romano di Verona, 2021, Cat.109.Size: 38mm x 50mm; Weight: 65gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 202 BC - AD 220.A moulded terracotta figure of a crouching rabbit with upright ears and rounded haunches. The body is compact, with the forepaws pressed closely to the ground and the hind legs tucked underneath. The head is slightly turned, with bulging eyes and incised details around the mouth and snout. White slip covers the surface, with traces of pink pigment on the inner ears and around the muzzle.Size: L:275mm / W:290mm ; 3.6kgProvenance: 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. This piece has been precisely dated using a thermoluminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla. The report will accompany the lot.
Ca. AD 800 - 1000. A silver appliqué of compact, arched form with a vertical slot at the centre. The front face displays a symmetrical design of two back-to-back animal heads, each with a large circular eye and downward-curving snout. A beaded crest crowns the upper edge.Size: 27mm x 25mm; Weight: 8gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000.Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.
Ca. AD 900 - 1102. A terracotta grenade of a compact form with a wide upper curve and a tapering base. The central section is decorated with horizontal grooves, while the neck supports a narrow mouth.For similar see: D. Nicolle, Medieval Islamic Fire Grenades: Further Evidence from a Military Context February 2017Journal of Islamic Archaeology 3(2):163-177, Figures n. 4-5-6.DOI:10.1558/jia.v3i2.32824Size: 140mm x 110mm; Weight: 630gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.
Ca. 202 BC - AD 220.A terracotta figure of a dog depicted seated with an upright posture, forelegs straight and rear legs bent beneath a compact, muscular body. The head is raised with an open mouth revealing incised teeth and tongue. Bulging, circular eyes are set beneath defined eyelids, giving the face an alert expression. The upright ears are large and pointed, with red pigment preserved in the inner surfaces. A pair of broad, flaring panels extend downwards along the sides of the head, suggesting stylised tufts of fur. Short, vertical grooves mark the paws, and the tail curves outward.Size: 490mm x 385mm; Weight: 6.11kgProvenance: 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. This piece has been precisely dated using a thermoluminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla. The report will accompany the lot.
Ca. 1000 - 800 BC.A stylised bronze stag figurine depicted in a highly abstract manner, with slender, widely spaced legs. The compact neck rises into a small head with a prominent muzzle and raised, branching antlers.Size: 45mm x 44mm; Weight: 19gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.
Ca. AD 600 - 700. A silver-gilt brooch plate depicting a mythological quadruped rendered in profile. The body is compact and arched, and the head terminates in a long snout. The eye is inlaid with a circular red garnet. Raised linear ridges accentuate the neck and cranial features. The reverse contains the remains of the pin mechanism.For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Object Number: 17.192.186.; K. Reynolds Brown,The Migration Art, 1995, 300 - 800 AD, f. 26, p. 28Size: 23mm x 15mm; Weight: 4gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000.Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.
A Pair of 9ct Gold Gent's Cufflinks, the oval panel of plain design, on chain link to connections to oval panel back, in a vintage box, together with a collection of vintage and later items, to include imitation pearl bead necklace, Queen Victoria cameo style brooch, stone set brooch (stones missing), Damascene style compact mirror, micromosaic lidded trinket pot, decorative compact mirror and lipstick case, etc :- One Tray
A scarce 'Mohmand Operations' I.D.S.M. awarded to Subedar-Major M. Bakhsh, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Punjab Regiment, a long-served Indian officer who additionally received a 'mention' for the Loe-Agra Operations on the North-West FrontierIndian Distinguished Service Medal, G.V.R., 2nd 'Crowned Head' Type (Subdr. Maj. Maula Bakhsh, 3-2 Punjab R.), minor official correction to last initial of first name, good very fineJust 98 of this 'Crowned Head' G.V.R. type issued.I.D.S.M. G.G.O. 309 of 1936.M.I.D. G.G.O. 166 of 1936.Maula Bakhsh enlisted for service with the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Punjab Regiment on 24 May 1909 and rose steadily through the ranks during a career spanning some 27 years. He was made Jemadar in August 1918, Subedar in June 1923, and was finally promoted Subedar-Major on 12 June 1934 - this rank was the aspiration for any Indian soldier wanting to make a career out of the Army. The Subedar-Major was the most senior Indian rank in the Battalion.Bakhsh likely received his 'mention' for one of two events during the Loe-Agra Operations between 23 February-13 April 1935, either for his personal participation in a 'well arranged ambush of a sniping party' undertaken by two platoons of the 3rd Battalion, or an attack on a picquet. On the first instance, after an exceptionally detailed reconnaissance that afternoon, the same evening the troops involved (almost certainly with Subedar-Major Bakhsh) left camp to take up their positions. Official History takes up the story:'The party was in position by 2030 hours. Owing to the excessive darkness visibility was difficult beyond ten to fifteen yards.At 2245 hours a party of approximately twenty five enemy snipers came down the track immediately north of the Jindai Khwar from a westerly direction, and it transpired later that there was another party of ten following behind them. The section north of the Khwar opened fire on the leading party at a range of about five yards. This was immediately followed by rapid fire from the remainder of the ambush party. The enemy scattered and taking cover behind rocks and walls began a heavy but futile fire at close range on the ambush party. The firing ceased at 2330 hours, during which time, the enemy collected their casualties. They then moved off to the north west, making much noise and shouting abuse at each other and at the troops.The enemy losses in this successful affair were one killed and four wounded, of whome two died of their wounds. There were no casualties among the troops.' (Official History of Operations on the North-West Frontier of India 1920-1935, p. 177, refers).The second possible occasion is also worth noting in detail; the attack on Kila Hari has been described as 'one of the most ferocious and sustained attacks that was ever inflicted by tribesmen in the history of the North-West Frontier'. The night defence of the Kila Hari post in the Loe-Agra operations of the Nowshera Brigade in April 1935 by a party of the 72nd Punjabis (3/2nd Punjab Regt) is an epic - a small detachment was attacked by an unexpectedly-well-led tribal lashkar of some 1,000 Shamozais. The picquet was almost overwhelmed in the hand-to-hand fighting which involved revolvers, bayonets, stones and knives and lasted an incredible ten hours; this piquet consisted of one rifle company and a machine-gun platoon drawn from the 3/2nd Punjabis. An intelligence report, received during the afternoon of 5 April, stated that a large enemy lashkar had been sighted and was intending to launch an attack on Kila Hari Post from the east, but this report was considered unreliable and not given credence.The unexpected attack began about 7.30 p.m. when Shamozai swordsmen attempted to rush the machine-gun post. This resulted in severe hand-to-hand fighting but the tribesmen's attack, although pressed home with considerable ferocity, was beaten back. The enemy made further assaults at approximately 15-minute intervals until midnight, but all were repulsed. At about 9.30 p.m. the lower post on the ridge was heavily attacked, followed by other attacks against other posts which were also beaten off. The tribesmen surrounded the position and kept it under constant fire until just before dawn, when they withdrew. It was then confirmed that during this night attack 28 tribesmen had been killed and almost certainly a far larger number wounded.As for Bakhsh's I.D.S.M., the Official History makes no reference to any specific actions by the 3/2nd Battalion during the Mohmand operations, but it is worthy of note that this is a unique award to the Regiment for that campaign; sold together with copied service history extracts, Indian Army lists, Gazette entries, a compact disk of copied research, and official histories - also a copy of an article written by the recipient in 1936 for the Duke of Wellington's Regiment journal, 'Comrades in Arms: Friendship Between British and Indian Troops in Nowshera' (The Iron Duke, No. 35, October 1936, p. 217-218 refers).…
A Dior hobo monogram handbag, of recent manufacture, comprising a hobo bag in lime green nylon decorated with 'Dior' monogram, with braided leather trim, top handle and heart charm and tassel, the interior in cream nylon with single zip pocket, with authenticity card, serial number '14-BO-0047',29.5cm wide,24cm high,5cm deep,together with a matching Dior compact purse,of recent manufacture, the exterior in lime green nylon decorated with 'Dior' monogram, with leather braided trim, embossed 'Dior', with coin pocket and bi fold section with 11 card slots and two slots for notes,Condition ReportThe exterior of the bag with surface marks throughout commensurate with use. The interior with some marks. The wallet with some marks throughout commensurate with use. Otherwise in good order. The magentic fastening clasp with some tarnishing.
A group of silver and costume jewellery, to include an enamel link necklace, a powder compact, a pair of filigree clip earrings, with base metal clip fittings, a single drop earring, a silver gilt shell cameo brooch, all tested as silver, a carved nephrite bird pendant, a carved nephrite bird brooch, and a small group of costume jewellery to include necklaces, brooches, etc.Silver 139.66g totalCondition ReportA few paste loose.Marks and scratches to surfaces.As found.
A collection of aviation ephemera including one volume "Bradshaw's International Air Guide No. 1 November 1934", Concorde seatbelt (unused), a set of six BEA teak handled dessert forks twin prong, a pair of BEA knife and fork stainless steel and a British Caledonian fork, a BOAC aluminium ashtray, BOAC pottery trinket dish by Wade, a BOAC embroidered gold wire pilot's badge, a BEA gilt metal cap badge (probably for cabin staff), a BOAC cabin staff powder compact, a BEA Queensbury dish with sun motif, a BOAC paper and bamboo fan, a Cunard Line shot glass, British Airways playing cards, Caledonian Airways playing cards and an Orient Express paper tissues box, a stainless steel BEA coffee pot and a BOAC trio of cup, saucer and plate by Copeland Spode
REVOLVER | EUROPE, EUROPEAN | Country: Europe | Date: before 1890 | Condition: Good | Lot information | European revolver made before 1890. Compact design with open frame and short barrel. A six-chamber cylinder for pinfire or centerfire cartridges, common in civilian self-defense weapons of the late 19th century. The handle is equipped with wooden handles, the lower part is finished with a metal loop for a loop. | Dimensions | Length: 145 mm | Weight: 350 g***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
REVOLVER | EUROPE, EUROPEAN | Country: Europe | Date: before 1890 | Condition: Mechanism non-functional, strong traces of removed corrosion | Lot information | European revolver made before 1890. Compact design with open frame and short barrel. A six-chamber cylinder for pinfire or central ignition cartridges, typical of civilian self-defense weapons of the late 19th century. The handle is fitted with wooden handles, the lower part is equipped with a metal eyelet for fastening the loop. | Dimensions | Length: 130 mm | Weight: 260 g***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
REVOLVER | EUROPE, EUROPEAN | Country: Europe | Date: before 1890 | Condition: Barrel welded, full-surface traces of corrosion removed. Handguards replaced with non-original pieces. Mechanism probably non-functional, outer surface bears traces of long-term wear. | Lot information | European revolver made before 1890. Compact design with open frame and short barrel. A six-chamber cylinder, probably designed for pinfire or centerfire cartridges. The handle is fitted with non-original wooden handles, the lower part is equipped with a metal loop for a strap. | Dimensions | Length: 185 mm | Weight: 470 g***IMPORTANT NOTICE*** | SHIPPING ONLY WITHIN THE EUROPEAN UNION | Bidders are obliged to inform themselves about the condition of the lots before the auction, subsequent complaints will not be taken into account.
WILLIAM HUTTON & CO LTD; a cased George V hallmarked silver pin dish modelled as a shell, London 1915, 12.5 x 10cm, an Elizabeth II circular hallmarked silver compact, Birmingham 1965, diameter 7cm, and a pair of hallmarked silver open salts, with matching shell decorated spoons (one af), combined weighable silver approx 2.55ozt/80g.
LIBERTY & CO LTD; a pair of golfing interest George V hallmarked silver spoons, both inscribed 'West Middlesex Golf Club', length 15.5cm, a Victorian mother of pearl handled hallmarked silver bladed fruit knife, Birmingham 1876, a pair of George V hallmarked silver teaspoons, Sheffield 1933, a further set of three 19th century hallmarked silver teaspoons, a pair of hallmarked silver teaspoons, decorated with hunting scenes, a hallmarked silver butter knife and a yellow guilloché enamel topped compact, diameter 3.5c, (af), combined weighable silver approx 5.7ozt/177g.
This Moorcroft enamel box is a limited edition collectible designed by Peter Graves. The piece is elegantly shaped with a rounded form and a hinged lid, creating a seamless and compact display. The exterior showcases a tranquil moonlit scene with a stone bridge arching over a river, surrounded by lush foliage. A clan of badgers emerges from their burrow, one gazing up at a barn owl in flight. The deep blue night sky casts a serene glow over the landscape, enhancing the piece's enchanting quality. The interior of the box continues the theme with additional depictions of badgers and barn owls, meticulously hand-painted. A gold-toned rim adds a refined touch to the design. This piece is accompanied by its original box and Certificate of Authenticity, marking it as a cherished collector's item.Artist: Peter GravesIssued: 2003Dimensions: 3"W x 1.25"HCountry of Origin: EnglandCondition: Age related wear.
Royal Army Medical Corps military interest: a George VI silver and enamel compact - Fred H Adams & Holman, Birmingham 1941, square, with mint green guilloche decoration and bright cut borders, the underside engine turned, the cover centred with the arms of the RAMC, 7cm square; together with a vintage 1960s Stratton gilt metal compact. (2)
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