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Lot 72
Ladies diamond cluster ring, twelve stone diamond cluster on yellow metal shank, ring size N there are no hallmarks and we have not tested the gold. Total weight of ring is 3.4g. The setting does not allow for grading of the diamonds colour but the stones are bright. Slight inclusion noted to one stone under 10x magnification. Old cut stones. A couple of claws are worn. Diamond sizes range from 0.05 to 0.10cts.
Lot 73
Ladies 18 carat white gold diamond cluster ring, brilliant cut diamonds in a round stepped setting, diamond weight approximately 2.31 carats ring is in very good condition. All stones present and secure. All claws present. Stamped 18ct. Total weight of ring 7g. Central stone is approx 0.15ct, larger outer diamonds are approx 0.08ct. 25 stones. Ring size O. Stones are clear and bright.
Lot 80
Ladies 18 carat yellow gold two stone diamond ring, mounted in twist setting each stone 0.25 carats. Ring size P.5 ring is in very good condition. Shank has full 18ct gold hallmarks, makers mark AG&L. Diamonds are modern brilliant cut diamonds and are well matched. Both stones are bright with no chips or abrasions. All claws are secure. Under 10x magnification no noticeable inclusions. Total ring weight 4g. No signs of modifications or repairs.
Lot 90
Gents 18 carat yellow gold diamond gypsy ring. Diamond 0.5 carat. Ring size N Ring is in very good condition. Stone is secure in setting. Shank has full 18ct gold hallmarks. Total weight of ring 4.7g. Old cut diamond. Stone is bright but there is a line inclusion at an upper facet and light polishing marks. No noted chips or repairs.
Lot 103
Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Olmec culture, ca. 1200 to 800 BCE. An incredibly rare, lifelike portrayal of a human figure, probably a child based on its delightful, pudgy face, hand-carved from dark grey volcanic stone. The child sits with its legs crossed, its hands resting on its knees, and its torso erect. The fingers, toes, and musculature of the torso are nicely carved. The face is classically Olmec, with a large forehead, almond-shaped eyes, a wide nose, and large-lipped mouth. Small teeth are visible between the slightly parted lips. Deep lines are incised into the head to create eyebrows, giving the impression that the child is scowling. Ears are carved on either side of the head. The hollow eyes likely once had an inlay, perhaps of shell, and based on similar known sculptures, the entire child was probably once painted white with red details. Size: 9.7" W x 15" H (24.6 cm x 38.1 cm)The Olmec are the ancestors of all Mesoamerican civilizations, and their artistic style, practiced in the tropical lowlands of south central Mexico and diffused outward through extensive trade networks that stretched into northern Mexico and central America, was inspirational for those who came after. The Olmec style became synonymous with elite status in the highlands. They created enormous stone heads, probably the first thing many of us think of when we remember the Olmec, but they also made more easily transportable figures like this one. Many of these portrayals are of children or infants, but their meaning remains a complete mystery. Based on a few known sculptures and the much later Maya practice of referring to young people as "ch'ok", referring to a maize sprout, there seems to have been a symbolic connection between children and the sprouting of the harvest. Roughly life-sized figures like this one may also have been stand-ins for actual children who were ritually sacrificed to bring on that harvest. For example, at the El Manati archaeological site in Mexico, the remains of several infants were found with wooden busts of children with similar facial expressions to the better-known stone and ceramic representations. This stone example was probably placed into a tomb.Accompanied by a Preusser analysis from 2010 that concludes that it is indeed ancient - that there is nothing about the piece to suggest it is not of the correct age. Provenance: private Southern California, USA collection, acquired in the 1970s Condition: Intact, although there may be a small repair on one ear - but if so, it is incredibly well done and difficult to see. With a weathered surface and rich, dark patina commensurate with age and handling. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #144326
Lot 105a
Pre-Columbian, Mexico, Guerrero region, Mezcala culture, ca. 500 to 100 BCE. An intriguing example of an anthropomorphic axe god figure, hand-carved from mottled sage-green stone with attractive beige and dark-green inclusions. The figure stands atop fused legs which taper to an acute edge - hence the name "axe god" - and holds wide arms tightly against the cylindrical chest. A grooved neckline is surmounted by an enlarged spherical head, the visage of which boasts recessed ovoid eyes, a broad triangular nose above string-cut lips, and wide cheeks. Size: 2.3" W x 8.375" H (5.8 cm x 21.3 cm); 8.9" H (22.6 cm) on included custom stand. Provenance: private Los Angeles County, California, USA collection Condition: Old losses to areas of feet as well as top and back of head. Minor abrasions and nicks to limbs, body, and head, with softening to some finer details. Light earthen deposits throughout. Old inventory label on one leg. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #135860
Lot 105b
Pre-Columbian, Maya Territories, Proto-Maya, Pre-Classic period, ca. 1000 BCE. Carved from stone of taupe-grey hues with white inclusions, a seated voluptuous female fertility figure with her legs crossed and well-modeled curves. Her visage is nicely delineated with incised almond-shaped eyes, a relatively naturalistic nose, and a gentle smile - her hair pulled back to a low bun/chignon. Given the focus on her bosom and ample derriere - as well as the fact that she appears to be holding her breasts - this is likely a very early Mother Goddess or fertility figure from the ancients of the Americas. Size: 6" W x 6.25" H (15.2 cm x 15.9 cm) Provenance: private Ketelsen collection, Laguna, New Mexico, USA, acquired in 2005 Condition: Old nicks to top of head, underside of base, and high-pointed areas. Expected surface wear with some softening to details, but overall very well preserved. Amazing deposits in hues of chocolate brown, white, and rose. Quite special and rare. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #145855
Lot 111a
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chavin, ca. 1200 to 500 BCE. An attractive mortar and pestle of a substantial size, hand-carved from mottled dark-green stone with beige and black inclusions. The mortar bowl is defined by a flat base, lightly-flared walls with a thick rim, and a deep basin, and the pestle pounder has an elongated conical form with a smooth handle and pounding face. Large mortars like this example were used for grinding copious amounts of hallucinogenic substances in preparation for consumption; however, they were also used for more utilitarian tasks as well like pulverizing foodstuffs or grinding medicinal ingredients. Size (mortar): 7.4" W x 4.875" H (18.8 cm x 12.4 cm); size (pestle): 4.7" L (11.9 cm).The Chavin lived in the northern Highland Andes, and their capital, Chavin de Huantar, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the center of Chavin de Huantar is a massive, flat-topped pyramid, surrounded by lower platforms. Between 1200 and 500 BCE the pyramid space was used for religious ceremonies. The Old Temple, constructed very early in the history of the site, consists of a series of passageways built around a circular courtyard; within were carved stone monuments showing jaguars, serpents, and other figures with transformative and/or anthropomorphic figures. Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-private Hans Juergen Westermann collection, Germany Condition: Professional repair to two large sections of mortar rim with light resurfacing and very light adhesive residue along the near-invisible break lines. Minor nicks and abrasions to pestle as well as mortar rim, walls, and base, with light encrustations within some pitting holes. Light earthen deposits throughout. Old inventory label beneath base of mortar. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146288
Lot 111c
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Casa Grande, earliest type of stirrup vessel called "Classic Chavin", ca. 1200 BCE. A stupendous example of the early monochrome stirrup vessels found in the mountains and river valleys of Northern Peru. Typical are the large spouts with arched forms, and stone polished surfaces. This beautiful vessel depicts spiraled tendrils of phytomorphic forms in bas relief with a textured ground. A stunning example with a carefully polished surface. Size: 10" H (25.4 cm)The stirrup vessel form is named for the stirrup for horseback riding. In addition to being iconographically rich, these vessels were also practical. Their narrow openings prevented rapid evaporation of the precious liquid within - a great advantage given the extremely dry deserts of Peru. Note also that the shape of the neck made it easy to carry. Two stirrup vessels could be tied to the ends of a cord and suspended over a llama's back or a person's shoulder.The Chavin civilization is generally regarded as the Andean mother civilization - oftentimes compared to the Olmec of Mexico. Both the Chavin and the Olmec cultures created the earliest Pre-Columbian visual culture that continued to flourish until European contact in the 16th century. Using molds and modeling the forms by hand, the Chavin made numerous stirrup-spout vessels like this example. Scholars have suggested that the indigenous used them to store fermented corn beer or "chicha". Provenance: ex-Martha Lyman estate collection, Dayton, Tennessee, USA Condition: Expected surface wear with nicks and abrasions to stirrup and spout. Patched probe holes on the stirrup. Chip to relief design on one side. Otherwise very good. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146772
Lot 112a
Pre-Columbian, north coast of Peru, Lemon Carro, Chavin culture, ca. 900 to 200 BCE. Wow! An absolutely stunning pale red stone cup, cylindrical in form, with its entire exterior - the sides and bottom of the vessel - carved with a multitude of relief figures representing gods and important religious contexts. Multiple serpents, jaguars, birds, and a central figure that appears to combine human and avian features encircle the body. The lower profile areas are colored bright red with a rich layer of cinnabar pigment. The detail and preservation is truly incredible! Comes in custom display case with mirror on base so you can see the underside! Size of cup: 2.4" W x 3.75" H (6.1 cm x 9.5 cm); size of case: Size: 6" L x 6" W x 11.15" H (15.2 cm x 15.2 cm x 28.3 cm)The Chavin people lived in the northern Highland Andes, and their capital, Chavin de Huantar, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The artwork of Chavin represents the first widespread style in the Andes. The center of Chavin de Huantar is a massive, flat-topped pyramid, surrounded by lower platforms. Between 1200 and 500 BCE the pyramid space was used for religious ceremonies. The Old Temple, constructed very early in the history of the site, consists of a series of passageways built around a circular courtyard; within were carved stone monuments showing jaguars, serpents, and other figures with transformative and/or anthropomorphic features. At the very center is a towering stone stela depicting an anthropomorphic figure with a jaguar head and a human body, believed to be Lanzon, the chief deity of Chavin. Researchers believe that worshippers ingested hallucinogenic drugs, in part using vessels like this one, and then were led in the dark through the labyrinthine passageways before entering the central courtyard and coming abruptly face-to-face with the snarling features of the god.For comparison, see Christie's Sale #1775, lot 71, November 21, 2006, which sold for $192,000. Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-H. J. Westermann collection, Germany, collected 1950-60s Condition: Excellent condition with wonderfully preserved motifs and remaining cinnabar pigment. Light deposits on surface. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146667
Lot 112c
Pre-Columbian, North Coast Peru, Chavin, ca. 900 to 500 BCE. A stunning bowl of a shallow form, hand-carved from dense stone of a dark-brown hue. The vessel is defined by a round but stable base, a thick rim, and a wide basin with a smooth, incredibly smooth surface. The base of the bowl displays meticulously-carved linear, curvilinear, and spiraled bands with a straight line down the middle, a curved line with spiraling terminals to either side, and a pair of lemniscate (infinity symbol) forms on either side which form the rough shape of a heart. Traces of decorative red cinnabar are visible across most of the incised decorations on the bottom. Size: 12.125" W x 2.5" H (30.8 cm x 6.4 cm). Provenance: private southwestern Pennsylvania, USA collection Condition: Minor chips to rim, with light abrasions to basin and base, and fading to red cinnabar decorations, otherwise intact and excellent. Light earthen deposits throughout. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #146296
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