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Click here to subscribeA collection of 925 silver and vermeil jewellery. The lot to include a sapphire and diamond tennis line bracelet, CZ and sapphire cluster ring, topaz twin line ring, pair of mountainous stud earrings with gold tone spirals, bezel set sun stone necklace pendant and a two tone fancy link bracelet. All marked 925. Total weight approx 40.0g. Largest item measures approx 18cm.
Grandstand - Star Force - Electronic Space Battle. A boxed #11055 Star Force, Electrical Space Battle by Grandstand. Tested with Four Type C batteries, screen, sound and buttons all functioning. ITem appears in Excellent condition within Excellent box.(This does not constitute a guarantee). [MP]
Pocket Simon - MB Electronics. A boxed #073561 Pocket Simon by MB Electronics. I have tested with Two AA type and One 6LR6 batteries. Lights, sound and buttons / switches all function. Item appears in Excellent condition within Good box, one flap is missing. (This does not constitute a guarantee). [MP]
THREE BOXES OF CERAMICS AND ORNAMENTS, to include a Denby 'Manor green' 1.5 pint jug, a West German Pottery jug, animal ornaments, cruet sets, two Robertson's Jam figures, these items are listed on the basis they are illustrative of a bygone culture in which there were different social norms. We understand the potential controversy surrounding this type of item but believe that providing transparent information about historical context fosters greater understanding of our complex cultural history (s.d) (3 boxes)
TWO MODERN MERRYTHOUGHT DOLLS, both appear complete and in good condition with only minor marking and wear, larger one has bells inside, both with Merrythought tag to left leg seam and smaller one has Merrythought label to sole of left foot, height of largest approx. 52cm, the other approx. 38cm. These items are listed on the basis they are illustrative of a bygone culture in which there were different social norms. We understand the potential controversy surrounding this type of item but believe that providing transparent information about historical context fosters greater understanding of our complex cultural history
Orange colored, annual ornament chased with mistletoe pattern with a satin finish. Noel 1991 etched to rim. Lalique France etched backstamp. This item has its original box. Box measures: 3"L x 3"W x 1"H. Issued: 1991Dimensions: 2.5" dia.Country of Origin: FranceManufacturer: LaliqueCondition: Age related wear.
Blue colored, annual ornament chased with a mistletoe pattern in satin finish. Noel 1989 etched to rim. Lalique France etched backstamp. This item has its original box. Box measures: 3"L x 3"W x 1"H. Issued: 1989Dimensions: 2.5" dia.Country of Origin: FranceManufacturer: LaliqueCondition: Age related wear.
Green colored, annual edition ornament chased with mistletoe pattern in satin finish. Noel 1990 etched to rim. Lalique France etched backstamp. This item has its original box. Box measures: 3"L x 3"W x 1"H. Issued: 1990Dimensions: 2.5" dia.Country of Origin: FranceManufacturer: LaliqueCondition: Age related wear.
Green colored, annual edition ornament chased with mistletoe pattern in satin finish. Noel 1992 etched to rim. Lalique France etched backstamp. This item has its original box. Box measures: 3"L x 3"W x 1"H. Issued: 1992Dimensions: 2.5" dia.Country of Origin: FranceManufacturer: LaliqueCondition: Age related wear.
Annual edition ornament chased with a mistletoe pattern in satin finish. Noel 1988 etched to rim. Lalique France etched backstamp. This item has its original box. Box measures: 3"L x 3"W x 1"H. Issued: 1988Dimensions: 2.5" dia.Country of Origin: FranceManufacturer: LaliqueCondition: Age related wear.
A round satin crystal tree ornament with an embossed image of a pine cone. Lalique France etched on the reverse side. Noel 2001 etched on the edge. his item has its original box: 3.25"L x 3.25"W x 1"H. Issued: 2001Dimensions: 2.5"W x 0.5"DCountry of Origin: FranceManufacturer: LaliqueCondition: Age related wear.
Cycladic II, Keros-Syros culture, ca. 2800-2300 BC.A female idol made from white marble with yellow-orange patina and concretions, shown standing with legs together. The head is rendered in the shape of an inverted triangle with a prominent nose. The flared neck follows the sharp lines of the drooping, angular shoulders, whilst the chest is delicately modeled. Below the crossed arms, there is a furrow, carefully traced across the belly and generally interpreted as a postpartum fold. For similar see: Musee du Louvre, inv. MA5005 and Archaeological Museum of Athens. This item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:150mm / W:60mm ; 240g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art gallery, formerly a private collection of Monsieur SD, Paris. Acquired in the 1980s-90s at the JM Serres gallery, Paris. The piece is accompanied by a French Export License. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Late Dynastic Period, ca. 664-332 BC.A bronze figure of Osiris in mummiform pose, wearing an atef crown with ostrich feathers symbolising kingship in the afterlife. Osiris, a key god in ancient Egypt, was linked to male fertility and was the first Pharaoh. In the afterlife, Osiris ruled as God of the dead, as indicated by the crook and flail symbols. This item comes with a custom-made stand. Size: L:250mm / W:80mm ; 1.15kg Provenance: Property of a London gentleman; formerly in the private collection of Mr. R.A.; British art Market 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 1700-1800 AD or earlier.A finely carved agate cameo depicting Oceanus, set in a gold setting. Convex in form with intricately engraved border and an integral suspension loop. The Titan is depicted with his gaze slightly turned to the left, curly hair bound in a fillet, articulated eyes and full beard. It comes with a full authentication report. Size: L:43mm / W:36mm ; 16.72g Provenance: Property of a professional London art expert; obtained from an old British collection formed in the 1980s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 200 AD.A silver ring with a simple circular hoop and ornate ribbed shoulders. The large bezel holds a red stone intaglio with the image of the goddess Demeter. Demeter is depicted in a contrapposto stance, holding a cornucopia and wheat stalks, symbolising fertility. The silver setting may be from a later period. Size: D:19.96mm / US:10 1/4 / UK:U ; 19.45g Provenance: Property of a professional London art expert; obtained from an old British collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Late Period, Ca. 664-332 BC.A bronze statuette of Sekhmet, shown seated with clenched hands on her knees. Her head is that of a lion with a tripartite wig and a sun disc above. The body is clothed in a long form-fitting dress. Sekhmet was the goddess of wrath, warfare, and plague. The statuette is supported by a custom-made stand. For similar see: The Michael C. Carlos Museum, Object number 2018.010.540. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:115mm / W:30mm ; 200g 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 checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Late Period to Ptolemaic Period, Ca. 664-30 BC.A rare sculpture of a seated ibis made from bronze and alabaster. Its intricate details are achieved by casting the legs and head separately in bronze and then assembling them with the alabaster body. The ibis is depicted with its wings closed, and its legs folded. It has a sinuous neck, a long hooked bill with deep grooves along its length, and detailed eyes. This item includes a custom-made stand. Size: L:95mm / W:75mm ; 75g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art gallery, formerly with Stephen Joel Albert (6 February 1941–27 December 1992), New York; thence by descent. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Late Dynastic Period, Ca. 664-332 BC.A faience amulet of Horus shaped like a falcon with a flat base, prominent eyes, facial markings, a small rounded beak, and the crown of Upper and Lower Egypt. It has a hoop for suspension, indicating it was worn as a pendant. For similar see: C. Andrews, Amulets of Ancient Egypt, p.28. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 22.1.1325. Size: L:49.5mm / W:32.6mm ; 10.48g Provenance: From the collection of a London gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s UK collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550-1070 BC.A set of three ancient Egyptian alabaster vessels. Shallow round bowl and two bulbus shaped bowls with carved rims. Alabaster vessels such as these were essential for everyday and ritual use in Ancient Egypt. Size: L:45-70mm / W:100-85mm ; 1.15kg 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 checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Graeco-Roman Period, 332 BC- 395 AD. A wooden rectangular sarcophagus panel, likely formed of cedar, covered in gesso and painted with a long depiction of a cobra, wearing a sun-disc with plumes to indicate its divine nature. These attributes are those of the goddess Wadjet, a protective deity of Lower Egypt, commonly seen within funeral contexts. On the side, a panel of hieroglyphs translated as follows: Renenutet- Throne - Mistress - great - may she be given - heart - god. The item is accompanied by a report from Simone Musso, consultant curator for the Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition. Size: L:100mm / W:600mm ; 685g Provenance: Property of a central London gallery; formerly in P.H.G. collection; Ex. private NYC collection pre-2000. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Late Dynastic Period, Ca. 664-32 BC.A wood-carved sarcophagus mask with white pigment, black-outlined eyes and brows, and skilfully crafted features. This item comes with a custom-made stand. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:250mm / W:205mm ; 845g Provenance: Property of a central London gallery; formerly with M.C., acquired on the US art market pre-2000. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 400-300 BC.A shallow ancient plate, decorated with three sea breams swimming around the central recess for garum (fish sauce). For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number 1772,0320.226. Size: L:62mm / W:205mm ; 545g Provenance: Private London collection, formarly acquired on the french art market prior to 2008. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 280 BC.A pottery kantharos exhibiting a ribbed black-glazed body, rising from a simple base, with two handles. It features a painted bird on a smooth band above the ribs, surrounded by vine tendrils, and has parallel lines with dotted motifs on the back. For similar see: The Spurlock Museum, 1922.01.0049.Size: L:110mm / W:170mm ; 225g Provenance: Private London collection, B.A.; formerly in pre-2000 European collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 100-200 BC.A pale yellow-green in color, cast, lathe-cut and polished, the hemispherical body on an outsplayed ring foot, the ring handles with projecting horizontal upper and curved lower plates designed to be held with the thumb, forefinger and middle finger, the upper surface merging with the vessel rim and framed by vertical wheel-cut grooves. Authenticated by Hebolabo, Belgium, with an EDXRF Test Report. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Accession Number: 17.194.888, and Christie's Live Auction 5488, Antiquities, 7 October 2010, Lot 46. Size: L:75mm / W:185mm ; 265g Provenance: Property of a European gentleman living in London; acquired in the UK before 1980. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Late Dynastic Period, Ca. 664-32 BC.A carved wood mummy mask with expressive eyes, a broad nose, full lips, and detailed contours. Displaying some remains of polychrome decorations. This item is mounted on a wooden stand. Size: L:350mm / W:360mm ; 1.9kg Provenance: Private collection, acquired in 2022; from the famous estate of Dino De Laurentis, USA. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 300 BC.A set of three pottery birds. One is round, with a small head and flaring tail. The second is depicted as if in flight, and the smallest has a slender body and bill. They have custom-made stands. Size: L:60-100mm / W:80-150mm ; 1.62kg Provenance: Private London collection, B.A.; formerly in pre-2000 European collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Fifth Dynasty, ca. 2645-2323 BC.A limestone relief from a false door or lintel consisting of a rectangular body inscribed with the offering formula: Hnt nfr ntrw dw=f imi(t) nb taw(y) dsr prt hrw. Translating: Foremost Great God, who is in his hill, lord of the two lands, a holy voice offering. The text possibly refers to Anubis or Khentiamentiu, the "Foremost of the Westeners", or "Chief of the Westeners". The term "Westeners" refers to the dead. The offering formula is normally found inscribed into or painted in funerary stelae such as false doors, even coffins, and other funerary-related objects. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum, 64.100; and Ziegler, Christiane 1999. "Nonroyal Statuary." In Egyptian Art in the Age of the Pyramids. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, p. 66. Size: L:260mm / W:70mm ; 1.46kg Provenance: Property of a London gallery; previously Sotheby's auction house Egyptian Works of Art lot 168, formerly in the collection of Dr. Bruce L. Ralston, Tux, formed between the 1960s-1970s. Sotheby's appraisals from 1979 & 1987, (images of documents included). This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
New Kingdom, Ca. 1550-1069 BC.A stone statue of a seated figure, comprising an L-shaped base with decorative vertical striations and a panel of hieroglyphs to both faces. This piece likely belonged to a royal or divine figure, featuring a pleated kilt and arms resting on the thighs with open palms facing downwards. The reverse side of the pillar base also has hieroglyphs. Size: L:130mm / W:130mm ; 1.22kg Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art gallery; formerly French collection, 1990s-early 2000s; from an important Paris gallery, France; Ex. private Parisian collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Middle Bronze Age, Ca. 1850-1550 BC.A slender alabaster vase with subtle curvature and delicate veining on its surface. Alabaster was highly regarded in ancient Egypt for its translucency and was used to create various ceremonial objects, to symbolise the connection between the earthly and divine realms. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:165mm / W:70mm ; 950g Provenance: Property of a central London gallery; ex. NYC art market; formerly in Curtis Katz collection, NYC, 1968-1969, obtained from Veracruzana Corp in the 1970's. Originally with Edward H. Merrin Gallery. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 800-600 BC.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped blade and a midrib extending into a hollow tubular shaft for attaching to a wooden pole. Spear heads like this one would have been used during hunts and battles. Size: L:310mm / W:40mm ; 310g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquired on the UK/European art market in the 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 800-600 BC.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped blade and a midrib extending into a hollow tubular shaft for attaching to a wooden pole. Spear heads like this one would have been used during hunts and battles. For similar see: Donald Kagan and Gregory F. Viggiano, Men of Bronze: Hoplite Warfare in Ancient Greece, Princeton University Press 2013. Size: L:225mm / W:40mm ; 150g Provenance: Property of a North London gentleman; previously acquired on the UK/European art market in the 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 800-600 BC.A bronze spearhead with a leaf-shaped blade and a midrib extending into a hollow tubular shaft for attaching to a wooden pole. Spear heads like this one would have been used during hunts and battles. Size: L:250mm / W:40mm ; 125g Provenance: Private UK collection; formerly in the collection of Mr. R. Unger; previously with a London gallery; acquired in the 1980s on the UK art market. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 400 BC.A Greek iron falcata, comprised of a heavy single-edged blade widening towards the point. A handle with a curved pommel providing comfortable grip. The falcata was a popular type of sword in Greece and the Iberian Peninsula from the fifth century B.C. For similar see: Metropolitan Museum of Fine Art. Accession no. 2001.346 Size: L:560mm / W:60mm ; 475g Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market since the 1970s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Eastern Mediterranean, Ca. 200-400 AD.A carved bust depicting a woman wearing draped garments and with her hair arranged in long braids. She is adorned with large, teardrop-shaped earrings and a necklace, along with a stephane. A small lion rests on her right shoulder, and a long snake runs along the bottom edge of the composition. Old custom metal base included. Size: L:310mm / W:320mm ; 13.7kg Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art gallery, formerly NYC collection. Ex. F. A., acquired on the US art market pre 2000. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 600-300 BC.A limestone relief featuring three horizontal bands of hieroglyphs, including text mentioning "The Osiris one who is strong in the house of Ptah" and "King of Upper Egypt." This piece likely originated from a place of worship dedicated to Ptah in Memphis. Displayed on custom made stand. The item is accompanied by a report from Simone Musso, consultant curator for the Egyptian antiquities at the Stibbert Museum, Florence, Italy, member of the Nuri Archaeological Expedition. Size: L:500mm / W:340mm ; 27.44kg Provenance: Property of a central London gallery; ex. S. Slosberg collection; acquired on the US art market before 2000. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 100-200 AD.A double balsamarium made from blue-green glass. It consists of two joined tubular phials with flared rims and an applied handle that attaches to the bodies and rims of the phials, before stretching up and over in a U-shape. Balsamaria were used for storing valuable oils and perfumed balms and perfumes. Size: L:200mm / W:90mm ; 165g Provenance: Property of a London Ancient Art gallery, acquired on the US art market; Ex. Estate of a North Carolina doctor. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 200 AD.A silver kylix with a hemispherical bowl, resting on a concave foot, with two equally spaced loop handles shaped as Hercules knots. The kylix is decorated on the exterior with circumferential grooves just below the rim. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. Size: L:60mm / W:170mm ; 275g Provenance: Private London collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 100 AD.A bronze oil lamp in the shape of a male head with a neat beard possibly Pan or Silenus. The face has large eyes and a large opening for the mouth used to fill the lamp with oil. The head also has a small spout for a wick and a hanging hook on the nose bridge to aid suspension. Size: L:390mm / W:110mm ; 270g Provenance: Private UK collection; from an old London collection formed in the 1990s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 400-350 BC .A red-figure volute krater in the "Ornate style" exhibiting distinctive features such as handles depicting Medusa. The intricate scenes on the krater include female figures, a naiskos, and symbolic offerings, conveying reverence. Decorative elements, such as palmettes and abstract designs, adorn the neck and sides, showcasing meticulous detailing. Cf. Greek section, Civic Archaeological Museum, Milan. Inv. No. St. 135026. Item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists. This item is checked against the Art Loss Register database. Size: L:650mm / W:360mm ; 7.96kg Provenance: Property of a central London Gallery; formerly in a South English estate collection; acquired in the 1990s from Andre de Munter, Brussels, Belgium; previously in and old European collection. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
Ca. 540-520 BC.An Attic black-figure trefoil oinochoe, distinguished by its depiction of Hephaistos' ascent to Olympus astride an ithyphallic mule or donkey. The figure is flanked by two satyrs labouring under the weight of substantial sacks. The vessel's elegant composition is exemplified by its bulbous body, gracefully poised upon a concave circular foot, whilst the trefoil spout permits fluidity of pouring in three directions. A strap handle, distinguished by its ribbed surface, adorns the reverse, culminating in a Dionysian head relief that seamlessly melds with the rim. For an item with a similar scene see: Sotheby's, Antiquities, 8th June 2011, Lot 24. This item comes with a professional historical report from Ancient Report Specialists." with "A limestone relief from a false door or lintel consisting of a rectangular body inscribed with the offering formula: Hnt nfr ntrw dw=f imi(t) nb taw(y) dsr prt hrw. Translating: Foremost Great God, who is in his hill, lord of the two lands, a holy voice offering. The text possibly refers to Anubis or Khentiamentiu, the "Foremost of the Westeners", or "Chief of the Westeners". The term "Westeners" refers to the dead. The offering formula is normally found inscribed into or painted in funerary stelae such as false doors, even coffins, and other funerary-related objects. For similar see: The Metropolitan Museum, 64.100; and Ziegler, Christiane 1999. "Nonroyal Statuary." In Egyptian Art in the Age of the Pyramids. New York: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, p. 66. " Size: L:285mm / W:145mm ; 735g Provenance: London private collection; formerly in Nottingham private collection since the 1980s. This item has been checked against the Art Loss Register database.
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