Translated Egyptian faience shabti, inscribed to Nes-Khonsu, C. 664 - 525 BC. A light glazed Egyptian shabti inscribed for the high priest of Osiris Nes Khonsu. Nes Khonsu is shown wearing the trepartide wig , holding the flail and crook in his hands, frontal column of hieroglyphs inscribed to: '' Illuminating of Osiris, the elder one (High Priest), the god's servant (a priestly title) Nes- Montu''. Size: 12.2cm. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of 1920's collector Hans Moller Hansen Collection, Denmark, acquired legally in the late 1920's when visiting Egypt. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
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Egyptian Faience Shabti, Late Period, C. 664 - 332 BC. A light green glazed faience shabti section for an overseer called Nes - Khonsu. Style is the typical form of an overseer. Black paint still remaining around the tripartite wig and triangular apron, the left arm bent across the chest holding a whip. Overseers played a very important part in Pharaoh's kingdom; Overseers would supervise certain areas of the country such as the military and farm land. Nes-Khonsu" on it which means "He Who belongs to Khonsu" (the Moon God). Background: Overseers were a very important part of the structure of Egyptian works and political working. Shabtis were placed in the tombs amongst the belonging of the deceased and were intended to perform as servants, should they be commanded to do manual labor in the afterlife. Most varieties of shabtis carry a hoe on their shoulder and a basket on their backs. This tells us that they were intended to farm for the deceased. Each figure normally has hieroglyphs on the legs they carried inscriptions asserting their readiness to answer the gods' summons to work. Size: 10.1 cm. Provenance: Ex. Private Collection of 1920's collector Hans Moller Hansen Collection, Denmark, acquired legally in the late 1920's when visiting Egypt. Declaration of provenance: All provenance details are supplied by the vendor (consignor) – Hansons Auctioneers and Valuers supply a Certificate of Authenticity with all antiquities sold showing authenticity. Provenance and known details recorded on this.
Roman Decorated Terracotta Oil Lamp circa 1st -2nd century AD. From the Romano Greek influenced period, here we have a stunning rare oil lamp. Made from terracotta, this lamp is in excellent condition for an artefact which is almost 2000 years old. he top with the scene of a pair of warriors, that to the front drawing a bow, the figure behind wearing a Corinthian helmet. To the front the kneeling figure of an elderly male seeking supplication. The dish of the lamp portrays a battle scene of "Odysseus slaying the suitors". The Greek inscription on the lamp below the scene names Odysseus. The scene depicts a bowman, Odysseus pulling back the bow, there is a soldier in the background with a spear, and in the right bottom corner is a crouching captive begging for his life. The lamps were filled with olive oil and a wick inserted into the spout, they were used as a daily light source. Plain lamps being as common as our light bulb. Lamps were also used as funerary items to bring light to the afterlife. This particular lamp is exceptional showing a rare depiction. A fantastic display item. 1 15mm x 75mm. Very fine condition.
A pottery storage vessel with a tear shaped body and partially glazed neck decorated with an incised collar. Most likely originally from Cyprus. General surface wear and light erosion on one side. Ex. Collection: Jorgen Jacobsen, Bornholm, Denmark. Acquired while on UN duty with the Danish peace-keeping forces on Cyprus [Dancon X/X1] between October 1968 and October 1969. This item is part of a large collection acquired by Mr Jacobsen from antique shops in Cyprus during his one year stay with the United Nations forces. Ex. Helios Gallery Antiquities. 112mm x 51mm.
Roman Early Oil Lamp with Volute Nozzle, C. 1st Century AD. An early Roman oil lamp in buff clay with reddish-brown slip; well developed volute nozzle; plain discus.Background: Pottery lamps were commonly used as a source of light by all the Romans. Artificial light was used everywhere in the Roman Empire, and pottery oil lamps offered an alternative to candle light. Candles, made from beeswax or tallow, were cheaper to buy but did not last well. Pottery oil lamps were made in three different ways. They could be handmade, wheel made, or made by mould. The use of moulds became increasingly popular, but again consisted of two different methods. Ex. London Gentleman, acquired in 2014. 9.4 cms. For similar see: The Met, Accession Number: 74.51.2203
Collection of Rock and Prog albums - To include Dire Straits (Love Over Gold, Dire Straits 1978, Brothers in Arms, Love Over Gold 6359 109) Wishbone Ash (New England 1976 MCL 1699), Fleetwood Mac (K54043 1975, Mystery to me Gatefold 1973 K44248, Behind the Mask 1-26111, Rumours with inner booklet BSK 3010 1977, Tango in the Night, Greatest Hits, The original Fleetwood Mac English Rose Double LP Gatefold) Wings (Back to the Egg PCTC 257 1979.,) Deep Purple (The House of Blue Light (unopened), Made in Japan double LP Gatefold) Eagles (Hotel California Gatefold, On the Border and one other) Phil Collins (Hello, I Must be going!)
A mixed collection of vehicle related items to include Shell booster cables, Citron Windscreen tiger spray set, brake pads, air force tire infiltrators, lorry a-wing mirror and head light, and a gear box etc. This lot is either a catalogue return, unclaimed good or a despatch return and is sold without reserve. It is boxed and sealed and therefore cannot be viewed in its entirety and as such we are unable to give a condition report. Sealed boxes cannot be opened for viewing and refunds cannot be given for lots that are faulty or incomplete.
A selection of lighting to include Bagazzi montebello ceiling light fittings, APL lamps, Phillips LED candle bulbs etc. This lot is either a catalogue return, unclaimed good or a despatch return and is sold without reserve. It is boxed and sealed and therefore cannot be viewed in its entirety and as such we are unable to give a condition report. Sealed boxes cannot be opened for viewing and refunds cannot be given for lots that are faulty or incomplete.
Pair 19th century Chinese Wucai baluster vases decorated with a continuous scene of figures in a garden landscape, H29cm Condition Report Hairline crack to body. Some light surface scratches and two very small shallow chip to base rim. The other vase also has very light surface scratches and two chips to the top rim. Click here for further images, condition, auction times & delivery costs
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