A87: Fall Exceptional Antiquities Sale 2020-10-03 Auction - 460 Price Results - Ancient Resource Auctions in CA
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Roman marble head of a woman, Julio-Claudian PeriodA very large Gnathian-ware skyphosA Makonde initiation helmet mask (Lipico mask)
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A87: Fall Exceptional Antiquities Sale

Our Fall Exceptional Antiquities sale will offer over 400 lots of fine ancient and ethnographic antiquities. The sale will offer a wonderful and unique selection of authentic, and well-provenanced Ancient Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern, Islamic, Byzantine, and Pre-Columbian antiquities among other fantastic ethnographic items. Please get in touch if you have any questions and please remember to ask for condition reports on any items you may be interested in. We also accept absentee bids and phone bidding if bidders would like to call or email to set up either option for the sale.
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A group of 5 Roman-Egyptian objects: A group of 5 Roman-Egyptian objects. Lot includes a pair of faience papyrus sceptre amulets, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, a serpentine scaraboid-shaped bead from the same period, a Roman green glass
0001: A group of 5 Roman-Egyptian objectsEst. $150-$200
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An Egyptian faience amulet of Thoth, Ptolemaic: An Egyptian faience amulet of Thoth, Ptolemaic, c. 332 - 30 BC, with horizontal suspension hole through the vertical plinth down back. H: 27 mm. Mounted on a black lucite base. Ex collection of
0003: An Egyptian faience amulet of Thoth, PtolemaicEst. $120-$150
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A Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of a grotesque: A Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of a grotesque, c. 1st Century BC/AD, possibly a comic actor, wearing a rolled hair fillet, which sits above a brow protuberance, his left forefingers in one side of
0005: A Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of a grotesqueEst. $180-$300
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A large Coptic textile panel, Egypt: A large Coptic textile panel, Egypt, c. 5th - 7th Century AD, the creme colored linen panel featuring a decorative band containing stylized floral elements, a medallion at one end. An interesting
0006: A large Coptic textile panel, EgyptEst. $180-$250
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A nice Roman bronze oil lamp, 1st Century AD: A nice Roman bronze oil lamp, 1st Century AD, the nozzle rounded and flanked by volutes, the fill-hole with angled border and ring handle with a guard in the form of a crescent. Three small loops for
0011: A nice Roman bronze oil lamp, 1st Century ADEst. $300-$450
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A nice Near Eastern bronze finial: A nice Near Eastern bronze finial, c. 1000 - 600 BC, in two part, a bronze tube lower portion with central pin and upper finial in the form of rampant felines, each with attenuated bodies and
0013: A nice Near Eastern bronze finialEst. $600-$900
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An Etrusco-Corinthian aryballos: An Etrusco-Corinthian aryballos, c. 6th Century BC, the ovoid body decorated with horizontal bands and dots in dark brown slip, vertical tongues around the shoulders. H: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm). Surface
0014: An Etrusco-Corinthian aryballosEst. $150-$200
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A lovely Egyptian faience glazed amulet of Horus: A lovely Egyptian faience glazed amulet of Horus, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted standing with back plinth and integral base, wearing a striated kilt, hands at his side; suspension hole just
0028: A lovely Egyptian faience glazed amulet of HorusEst. $300-$350
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A pair of Egyptian faience amulets: A pair of Egyptian faience amulets. Lot includes a faience collar element, New Kingdom to Late Period, c. 1570 - 664 BC, in vibrant blue, L: 17 mm, the second a bicolor Eye of Horus amulet, 3rd
0032: A pair of Egyptian faience amuletsEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
A pair of very nice stone Egyptian: A pair of very nice stone Egyptian 'ib' or heart amulets, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, one in a pale-blue green feldspar (amazonite) and the other in a dark black stone. Sizes 18.5 x 16 mm & 20 x
0034: A pair of very nice stone EgyptianEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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A lot of Egyptian amulets and an inlay: A lot of Egyptian amulets and an inlay. A nice mixed group containing a pair of Eye of Horus amulets, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, the smaller in blue frit with nice details, 24 x 20 mm & 15 x 13.5
0036: A lot of Egyptian amulets and an inlayEst. $150-$200
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A lot of 8 Egyptian faience amulets: A lot of 8 Egyptian faience amulets. Group contains a variety of Late Period - Ptolemaic types, c. 664 - 30 BC, including multiple Eye of Horus amulets, an example depicting the god Thoth, a papyrus
0038: A lot of 8 Egyptian faience amuletsEst. $250-$300
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Egyptian faience head and a lapis amulet: An Egyptian faience head and a lapis amulet. Lot includes a small lapis amulet in the form of a phallus, the label describing as Mesopotamian, c. 5000 - 4000 BC, well-preserved with small suspension
0039: Egyptian faience head and a lapis amuletEst. $120-$150
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An Egyptian steatite scarab: An Egyptian steatite scarab, later 2nd Intermediate Period - early 18th Dynasty, c. 1630 - 1500 BC, the body is worn with grooves for legs, on base, a human-headed figure stands with arm extended
0040: An Egyptian steatite scarabEst. $180-$250
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An Egyptian steatite scaraboid: An Egyptian steatite scaraboid, New Kingdom - 3rd Intermediate, c. 1570 - 664 BC, the back domed and smooth, on base the phrase 'Master of the Two Lands', a way to refer to the pharaoh. 24 x 12 mm.
0041: An Egyptian steatite scaraboidEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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An Egyptian wooden ushabti, Late New Kingdom: An Egyptian wooden ushabti, Late New Kingdom, c. 1200 - 1075 BC, retaining much of its original pigment. The ushabti is depicted mummiform, wearing tripartite wig, arms folded at chest, hand with
0047: An Egyptian wooden ushabti, Late New KingdomEst. $500-$700
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An Egyptian polychrome terracotta ushabti: An Egyptian polychrome terracotta ushabti, later New Kingdom, c. 1200 - 1075 BC, mummiform, wearing tripartite wig and broad collar, arms folded across chest, hands clutching hoes and a vertical
0048: An Egyptian polychrome terracotta ushabtiEst. $350-$500
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An Egyptian bicolor faience ushabti, Dynasty 21: An Egyptian bicolor faience ushabti, 3rd Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21, c. 1075 - 945 BC, depicted mummiform, wearing tripartite wig, arms folded at chest and holding a hoe in either hand. At back
0049: An Egyptian bicolor faience ushabti, Dynasty 21Est. $300-$400
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A wonderful Egyptian limestone head of a pharaoh: A wonderful Egyptian limestone head of a pharaoh, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, wearing head cloth with uraeus, the features well-defined and the ears prominent. H: 5 1/8 in (13cm). Light mineral
0058: A wonderful Egyptian limestone head of a pharaohEst. $5,000-$8,000
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Wonderful Egyptian bronze figure of a seated: A wonderful Egyptian bronze figure of a seated Harpokrates, 25th - 26th Dynasty, c. 746 - 525 BC, solid cast, the young god is depicted nude, wearing characteristic side-lock of youth with uraeus, a
0061: Wonderful Egyptian bronze figure of a seatedEst. $1,800-$2,500
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Egyptian bronze figure of Osiris, Late Period: An Egyptian bronze figure of Osiris, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted mummiform, wearing Atef crown with uraeus and false beard, arms folded at chest and holding a crook and flail. H: 6 3/4 in
0063: Egyptian bronze figure of Osiris, Late PeriodEst. $700-$1,000
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A nice Egyptian bronze ibis, Late Period: A nice Egyptian bronze ibis, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, the head and feet are original bronze with nice detail and attractive patination. The body is sculpted in a modern material, probably
0064: A nice Egyptian bronze ibis, Late PeriodEst. $350-$500
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An Egyptian wood mummy mask, Late Period: An Egyptian wood mummy mask, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, the facial portion from an anthropoid sarcophagus lid, the features attractive with deep set eyes and large lips and false beard; all cut
0065A: An Egyptian wood mummy mask, Late PeriodEst. $700-$900
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A cute Egyptian polychrome wood figure: A cute Egyptian polychrome wood figure, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, the carved body in the form of a hawk or falcon, possibly with reptilian or serpentine head. Nice deep yellow, red and
0066A: A cute Egyptian polychrome wood figureEst. $180-$250
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A cute Egyptian terracotta figure of Harpokrates: A cute Egyptian terracotta figure of Harpokrates, Ptolemaic, 3rd - 2nd Century BC, wearing large rolled wreath tied with ribbons and surmounted by two feathers, right finger held to lip. His features
0067: A cute Egyptian terracotta figure of HarpokratesEst. $120-$150
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An Egyptian ceramic frog lamp: An Egyptian ceramic frog lamp, c. 2nd - 4th Century AD, of lentoid shape, the body depicting two child-like figures to either side of the fill-hole, the bottom impressed with stylized A. 3 1/8 x 2
0074: An Egyptian ceramic frog lampEst. $250-$400Lot Passed
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Two strands of Egyptian faience beads: Two strands of Egyptian faience beads, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, comprised of mainly light to pale blue faience tubular beads, one strand interspersed with creme colored disc beads.
0084: Two strands of Egyptian faience beadsEst. $120-$150
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A lot of two strands of Egyptian faience beads: A lot of two strands of Egyptian faience beads, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, the first comprised of mainly light to pale blue faience tubular beads interspersed with creme colored disc
0085: A lot of two strands of Egyptian faience beadsEst. $180-$250
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A beautiful, framed Coptic altar cloth fragment: A beautiful, framed altar cloth fragment, Alexandria, 4th - 5th Century AD, in the shape of a half-circle, with beautiful geometric and floral designs in linen and dark brown dyed wool. A lovely and
0087: A beautiful, framed Coptic altar cloth fragmentEst. $180-$300
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A nicely framed Coptic textile fragment: A nicely framed Coptic textile fragment, Egypt, c. 5th - 7th Century AD, linen and wool, containing a strip with a lovely floral pattern bordered by vivid red, likely the major color of the garment.
0088: A nicely framed Coptic textile fragmentEst. $120-$150
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A large swatch of Egyptian mummy linen: A large swatch of Egyptian 'mummy' linen, 3rd Intermediate Period c. 1075 - 664 BC, tan to brown color, with dark stains from the resins and oils used during the mummification practice. Nicely
0089: A large swatch of Egyptian mummy linenEst. $180-$250
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A well-preserved Near Eastern bronze bowl: A well-preserved Near Eastern bronze bowl, c. 1000 - 600 BC, fashioned from bronze sheet with flattened rim. Dia: 6 in (15.2 cm). Nicely patinated, a few tiny corrosion holes. Ex West Virginia
0091: A well-preserved Near Eastern bronze bowlEst. $250-$350
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A choice Near Eastern bronze horse bit: A choice Near Eastern bronze horse bit, c. 1000 - 800 BC, the cheek pieces in the form of horses. The mouthpiece is rigid with hammered ends, the check pieces are cast with loops for attachment of
0094: A choice Near Eastern bronze horse bitEst. $1,500-$2,500Lot Passed
A Near Eastern bronze harness ring: A Near Eastern bronze harness ring, later 1st Millennium BC, the ring with a raised oval disk with incised radiate lines opposite the stylized head of an animal. L: 2 in (5 cm). Nicely patinated. Cf.
0096: A Near Eastern bronze harness ringEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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A pair of nice Near Eastern bronze pins: A pair of nice Near Eastern bronze pins, c. 1200 - 600 BC, the first with a widely ridged terminal surmounted by 4 prongs, L: 5 1/4 in (15.8 cm), and the second with flattened profile along the upper
0097: A pair of nice Near Eastern bronze pinsEst. $120-$150
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A nice Near Eastern bronze bracelet: A nice Near Eastern bronze bracelet, c. 1000 - 600 BC, crescent-shaped and quite solid with round profile, tapering at each end. 2 7/8 x 2 3/8 in (7.3 x 6 cm). Nicely patinated. Ex German private
0099: A nice Near Eastern bronze braceletEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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A lovely Near Eastern bronze bracelet: A lovely Near Eastern bronze bracelet, c. 800 - 200 BC. This fine braided example is 2 3/4 in (6.9 cm) in diameter and is well-preserved with good mineral deposits. Ex Clearwater, FL private
0101: A lovely Near Eastern bronze braceletEst. $120-$150
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A Near Eastern bronze hair ring: A Near Eastern bronze hair ring, c. 1000 - 600 BC, fashioned from a narrow continuous strip of bronze with tapered ends. Dia: 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm). Ex West Virginia private collection.
0102: A Near Eastern bronze hair ringEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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Mixed lot of well-preserved ancient bronze items: Attractive mixed lot of well-preserved ancient bronze items. Lot includes a Near Eastern stopper with two antelope heads, c. 1000 - 600 BC, nicely patinated, 21 x 24 mm, a long bronze handle to a
0103: Mixed lot of well-preserved ancient bronze itemsEst. $180-$250
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A Canaanite bronze votive figure: A Canaanite bronze votive figure, c. 1700 - 1500 BC, stylized with conical headdress, large eyes, angular nose, large ears pierced for earrings, vestigial arms and body tapering to a peg below the
0104: A Canaanite bronze votive figureEst. $250-$400Lot Passed
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A nice Eastern Celtic silver torque, La Tene: A nice Eastern Celtic silver torque, La Tene, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, comprised of pulled then twisted silver wire with plain ends tapering to a point. 4 3/4 x 4 3/4 in (12 in). Ex Orange County
0107: A nice Eastern Celtic silver torque, La TeneEst. $180-$250
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A lot of 22 bronze ring currency: A lot of 22 bronze ring currency, Western Europe, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, of mostly a uniform size nicely patinated. Rings of this type are found in large hoards, often with silver or gold ingots
0108: A lot of 22 bronze ring currencyEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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Thracian bronze eagle's head terminal or fitting: A Thracian bronze terminal or fitting in the form of an eagle's head, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, of lovely style with slightly curved bead and large eyes, around the base are four large holes and two
0109: Thracian bronze eagle's head terminal or fittingEst. $120-$200
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A Greek bronze head of a woman or goddess: A Greek bronze head of a woman or goddess, c. 6th - 5th Century BC, with archaic-style eyes and tightly curled or woven hair, remnants of a horizontal fragment of whatever vessel or object it was
0110: A Greek bronze head of a woman or goddessEst. $120-$150
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A Villanovan bronze bracelet: A Villanovan bronze bracelet, c. 8th - 7th Century BC, fashioned from a single strip of bronze, the ends pulled to wire and coiled into spirals. Well-preserved and attractively patinated. Ex Barstow,
0111: A Villanovan bronze braceletEst. $80-$120
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An Etruscan bronze figure of Herakles: An Etruscan bronze figure of Herakles, 3rd - 2nd Century BC, depicted nude, with right hand raised overhead, likely originally holding a club, the skin of the Nemean lion draped over left forearm.
0112: An Etruscan bronze figure of HeraklesEst. $2,000-$3,000
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A Roman bronze attachment with lion: A Roman bronze attachment with lion's head, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, the piece pendant-shaped with pointed bottom and loop at top. L: 1 7/8 in (4.7 cm). Perhaps the leg of a box or similar. Nicely
0115: A Roman bronze attachment with lionEst. $120-$200Lot Passed
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An adorable Roman bronze figure of a mouse: An adorable Roman bronze figure of a mouse, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, depicted eating with front paws holding a bite of food, tail looped over the back. L: 1 1/2 in (3.8 cm). Beautifully patinated and
0116: An adorable Roman bronze figure of a mouseEst. $350-$500
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A Roman bronze phallic applique: A Roman bronze phallic applique, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, perhaps part of a buckle, the central portion with raised lines and large hole, the two knobs on the sides where the piece was attached to a
0118: A Roman bronze phallic appliqueEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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A Roman bronze phallic amulet: A Roman bronze phallic amulet, 1st - 3rd Century AD, the slender form slightly curved with large circular suspension loop. L: 1 5/8 in (4.2 cm). Nicely patinated. Ex Swiss private collection.
0119: A Roman bronze phallic amuletEst. $180-$250
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A pair of Roman bronze brooches: A pair of Roman bronze brooches, 1st - 2nd Century AD, an include a Kraftig profilierte type and a knee brooch. Both are well-preserved with original pin and catch. L: 2 3/8 in (6 cm) & 1 1/16 & 1
0120: A pair of Roman bronze broochesEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
A large Roman bronze trumpet brooch: A large Roman bronze trumpet brooch, 1st - 2nd Century AD, in choice condition with original coil, pin and catch. L: 4 3/8 in (11.1 cm). Nice brown patina. Ex Southern California private collection.
0122: A large Roman bronze trumpet broochEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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A Roman enameled bronze disk brooch: A Roman enameled bronze disk brooch, c. 2nd Century AD, the circular body with preserved white and green enamel and forms a nice rosette pattern. Dia: 25 mm. Well-preserved with original pin and
0123: A Roman enameled bronze disk broochEst. $150-$250
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A large Roman iron key, 1st - 3rd Century AD: A large Roman iron key, 1st - 3rd Century AD, 'L-shaped' with circular ring at terminal and knobbed, irregular end to open a pin tumbler lock. L: 3 in (7.6 cm). Oxide patina with encrustation. Ex
0125: A large Roman iron key, 1st - 3rd Century ADEst. $180-$250
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A Roman bronze votive amphora: A Roman bronze votive amphora, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, with two loop handles. H: 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm). Ex Connecticut private collection.
0126: A Roman bronze votive amphoraEst. $150-$200Lot Passed
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A small Roman bronze bowl: A small Roman bronze bowl, c. 1st - 4th Century AD, nicely turned with slightly raised foot. D: 2 1/3 in (5.9cm). Dark green patination with light encrustation. Ex estate of Harold Whitaker.
0127: A small Roman bronze bowlEst. $180-$250
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A Roman bronze nail and a bronze ingot: A Roman bronze nail and a bronze ingot, c. 1st - 4th Century AD, the nail with square profile and rounded head, L: 4 1/2 in (11.4 cm), and the ingot with even brown patina, L: 5 1/8 in (13 cm). Ex
0128: A Roman bronze nail and a bronze ingotEst. $120-$150
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A pair of Roman iron nails, early 1st century AD: A pair of Roman iron nails, early 1st Century AD, of the type often referred to as crucifixion nails due to the size. These nails were made within 45 years of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, which
0129: A pair of Roman iron nails, early 1st century ADEst. $120-$200
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A Byzantine bronze oil lamp filler: A Byzantine bronze oil lamp filler, c. 5th - 6th Century AD, with deep rounded bowl, long channeled spout curved downward, projection to either side and a zoomorphic handle at back in the form of a
0130: A Byzantine bronze oil lamp fillerEst. $180-$250
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An Islamic bronze pear-shaped bottle: An Islamic bronze pear-shaped bottle, 9th - 10th Century AD. Nicely decorated with teardrop-shaped decoration, sometimes referred to as almonds, the rim of the mouth with protruding decoration. Deep
0133: An Islamic bronze pear-shaped bottleEst. $600-$900Lot Passed
A Medieval iron pick-type tool: A Medieval iron pick-type tool, c. 10th - 15th Century, formed from a single strip of iron with attachment shaft for a handle, the two narrowing ends now a bit distorted. L: 4 1/4 in (10.8 cm). Nice
0135: A Medieval iron pick-type toolEst. $60-$80Lot Passed
A Near Eastern bronze mace head: A Near Eastern bronze mace head, c. 2000 - 1500 BC, or 'cudgel' head, the thick-walled shaft collared at either end with rounded head near top. Quite substantial and solid with attractive patination.
0137: A Near Eastern bronze mace headEst. $300-$450Lot Passed
A Near Eastern bronze spike butt: A Near Eastern bronze spike butt, c. 1200 - 600 BC, the tapered point with square profile and round mounting shaft with 2 rivet holes. L: 13 1/4 in (33.6 cm). Nice green brown patina. Ex Philadelphia
0140: A Near Eastern bronze spike buttEst. $120-$200Lot Passed
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A nice lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrowheads: A nice lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrowheads, c. 1000 - 600 BC, each with triangular blade with pronounced midribs, the substantial stems with long tang for mounting into a shaft. Largest 1 7/8 in
0143: A nice lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrowheadsEst. $120-$150
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A lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrowheads: A lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrowheads, c. 1000 - 600 BC, each with triangular blade with pronounced midribs, the substantial stems with long tang for mounting into a shaft. Largest 2 in (5 cm).
0144: A lot of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrowheadsEst. $120-$150
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A group of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrow points: A group of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrow points, c. 1200 - 600 BC, various types are represented and all attractive patinated and mounted in an old rectangular wood block. Largest 4 3/4 in (12 cm) in
0148: A group of 5 Near Eastern bronze arrow pointsEst. $250-$350
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10 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty: A lot of 10 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty, c. AD 916 - 1125, containing a mix of types including bladed and armor piercing examples, most with preserved tangs. Ex Boston private
0155: 10 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing DynastyEst. $120-$150
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8 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty: A group of 8 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing Dynasty, c. AD 916 - 1125, containing bladed examples of varying type, one with barbed shoulders. Longest 4 7/8 in (12.4 cm). Oxide patination. Ex
0156: 8 Chinese iron points, Liao to Qing DynastyEst. $120-$150
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A group of 3 Roman mosaic fragments: A group of 3 Roman mosaic fragments, 1st - 2nd Century AD, the first contains green and blue glass tesserae still in situ, 4 5/8 x 3 in (11.7 x 7.5 cm), the second with large limestone tesserae in
0157A: A group of 3 Roman mosaic fragmentsEst. $250-$300
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A Roman Republic marble head of a man: A Roman Republic marble head of a man, c. 1st Century BC, carved in the veristic style of the late Republic, his eyes wide and realistic facial details noted. The head is well-preserved with
0159: A Roman Republic marble head of a manEst. $3,500-$6,000Lot Passed
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A well-detailed Roman marble head of a man: A well-detailed Roman marble head of a man, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, with handsome features and closely cropped hair, the back of the pieces is unfinished suggesting it was part of a larger
0160: A well-detailed Roman marble head of a manEst. $800-$1,500
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A splendid Roman limestone funerary stele: A splendid Roman limestone funerary stele, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, depicting a seated female within a decorated arcade, heavily robed, right hand at his chest, left by his side. 21 in x 10 3/4 in (43.2
0161: A splendid Roman limestone funerary steleEst. $4,000-$6,000Lot Passed
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A fantastic Roman marble funerary stele: A fantastic Roman marble funerary stele, c. 2nd - 3rd Century AD, depicting the upper part of a man emerging from a basket within a shrine, laurel wreath on either side, a rosette flanked by flowers
0162: A fantastic Roman marble funerary steleEst. $4,500-$7,000
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A handsome Romano-Thracian marble relief: A handsome Romano-Thracian marble relief depicting a horse and rider, 3rd - 4th Century AD, extremely well-preserved showing excellent detail in the rider's facial features, hair and clothing, the
0162A: A handsome Romano-Thracian marble reliefEst. $1,000-$1,200
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A fantastic Mesopotamian cuneiform tablet, Ur III: A fantastic Mesopotamian cuneiform tablet, Ur III, c. 2100 - 2000 BC, Late 2nd Millennium BC, said to have been found at Megiddo,. The tablet is rectangular with 5 neatly incised lines of text on one
0163: A fantastic Mesopotamian cuneiform tablet, Ur IIIEst. $1,200-$2,000
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An Old Babylonian terracotta seated woman: An Old Babylonian terracotta seated woman, c. 1900 - 1750 BC, the woman sits on her throne suckling an infant who she cradles with her left arm, in the manner of the goddess Isis who suckles the
0163A: An Old Babylonian terracotta seated womanEst. $350-$500
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A Phoenician ceramic head of a man: A Phoenician ceramic head of a man, c. 7th - 6th Century BC, with Egyptianizing features - almond-shaped eyes, angular nose, narrow mouth and short wig-like hair. The back of the head is framed by a
0165: A Phoenician ceramic head of a manEst. $180-$250
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An attractive Greek terracotta head of a woman: An attractive Greek terracotta head of a woman, c. 5th Century BC, with Archaic style, her hair in tight curls framing her face and pulled back into a plait at the nape of her neck. H: 2 1/8 in (5.3
0166: An attractive Greek terracotta head of a womanEst. $250-$300
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A lovely Greek terracotta head of a youth: A lovely Greek terracotta head of a youth, Tanagra, Boeotia, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, with handsome features and hair in waves, the back of the head is roughly modeled. H: 1 7/8 in (4.8 cm). Light
0167: A lovely Greek terracotta head of a youthEst. $400-$500
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A Hellenistic terracotta figure of a woman: A Hellenistic terracotta figure of a woman, 3rd - 2nd Century BC, reaching down and adjusting the strap of her sandal. She wears a chiton and himation, her head diademed with hair pulled back into a
0169: A Hellenistic terracotta figure of a womanEst. $180-$250
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A nice Greek terracotta female head: A nice Greek terracotta female head, c. 3rd - 2nd Century BC, her head slightly tilted to her left, features quite attractive with hair styled back in waves. H: 1 1/2 in (3.7cm). Mounted on black
0170: A nice Greek terracotta female headEst. $120-$150
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A Greek terracotta head of Eros: A Greek terracotta head of Eros, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, with rounded features and close-cropped hair. H: 1 1/8 in (2.8 cm). Light deposits. Ex Royal Athena Galleries, New York.
0171: A Greek terracotta head of ErosEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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An outstanding Etruscan terracotta head of a Nubian: An outstanding Etruscan terracotta head of a Nubian, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, with expressive features and wearing a headband with fillets over curled hair. The face is beautifully detailed with open
0173A: An outstanding Etruscan terracotta head of a NubianEst. $2,500-$4,000
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An Early Bronze Age red-line bowl, Levante: An Early Bronze Age red-line bowl, Levante, c. 3100 - 2900 BC, with rounded bottom and pierced lug handle, the entire vessel creme buff with a red line around the rim and two group of three lines
0179: An Early Bronze Age red-line bowl, LevanteEst. $180-$250
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A nice Eastern Mediterranean stamnos: A nice Eastern Mediterranean stamnos, c. 1400 - 1200 BC, the body with vertical sides and tapers to a flat foot, the rounded shoulders with two horizontal handles and the entire vessel is decorated
0181: A nice Eastern Mediterranean stamnosEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
An Early Iron Age globular jar: An Early Iron Age globular jar, c. 1000 - 800 BC, the ovoid body with narrow neck and flared mouth. H: 7 3/4 in (18.6 cm). Light deposits. Ex Las Vegas private collection.
0182: An Early Iron Age globular jarEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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An Iron Age ceramic pilgrim's flask: An Iron Age ceramic pilgrim's flask, c. 1000 - 600 BC, with flat, circular body and a pair of strap handles flanking the flared spout. H: 6 1/2 in (16.5 cm). Surface encrustation throughout. Ex
0183: An Iron Age ceramic pilgrim's flaskEst. $350-$450
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An Early Iron Age globular jar: An Early Iron Age globular jar, c. 1200 - 800 BC, the body of inverted piriform shape with small foot and flaring mouth. 4 3/4 x 4 7/8 in (12.1 x 12.4 cm). Light deposits. Ex collection of Karl Jakob
0184: An Early Iron Age globular jarEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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A Cypriot drinking cup and pedestal dish: A Cypriot drinking cup and pedestal dish. The Cypriot white painted ware drinking cup, c. 1725 - 1650 BC, with rounded bowl and remains of loop handle, the bottom painted with attractive geometric
0186: A Cypriot drinking cup and pedestal dishEst. $150-$250
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A nice Cypriot handled cup: A nice Cypriot handled cup, c. 800 - 600 BC, with near vertical walls, tapered disk base and loop handle. The vessel is adorned with wide and narrow bands in dark brown slip. 2 3/4 x 4 in (7 x 10.2
0189: A nice Cypriot handled cupEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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A choice Cypriot bichrome jug, Cypro-Archaic I: A choice Cypriot bichrome jug, Cypro-Archaic I, c. 750 - 600 BC, with ovoid body and ring foot, the short, narrow neck is surmounted by a trefoil spout with a single handle attached to rim and
0190: A choice Cypriot bichrome jug, Cypro-Archaic IEst. $600-$900
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A Cypriot two handled bowl: A Cypriot two handled bowl, c. 750 - 600 BC, with banded decoration in dark brown slip. 4 x 2 3.8 in (10.2 x 6 cm). Well-preserved with light deposits. Ex Desmond Morris collection, Nottingham, UK.
0192: A Cypriot two handled bowlEst. $150-$200Lot Passed
A cute little Attic black-figure lekythos: A cute little Attic black-figure lekythos, c. 6th Century BC, attributed to the Little Masters Group, c. 560 - 520 BC, with a scene involving Dionysos seated holding a torch flanked by dancing
0195: A cute little Attic black-figure lekythosEst. $1,200-$1,500Lot Passed
A beautiful Greek black-figure lekythos: A beautiful Greek black-figure lekythos, c. 500 - 460 BC, featuring a siren holding a lyre standing atop a mound, a nude male figure stands to right before, looking back. On either side of the pair
0196: A beautiful Greek black-figure lekythosEst. $3,500-$5,000Lot Passed
A Greek black glazed oinochoe: A Greek black glazed oinochoe, c. 5th - 4th Century BC, a drinking cup, the squat body with wide, flat bottom, flared mouth and wide looped handle. H: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). Ex German private collection
0197: A Greek black glazed oinochoeEst. $250-$350Lot Passed
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A choice Greek red-figure lekanis with painted lid: A choice Greek red-figure lekanis with painted lid, Apulia, 4th Century BC, the lid with beautiful renderings of a head of a woman, her hair pulled back on a sakkos, wearing earrings and a pearl
0199: A choice Greek red-figure lekanis with painted lidEst. $1,500-$2,500
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A cute Greek guttus with head of a gorgon: A cute Greek guttus with head of a gorgon, Magnia Graecia, 4th Century BC, with smooth rounded shoulder and center handle attaching the shoulder to edge of spout. The facing head of the gorgon with
0201: A cute Greek guttus with head of a gorgonEst. $700-$1,000
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A very nice Greek red-figure skyphos: A very nice Greek red-figure skyphos, 4th Century BC, with two vertically oriented handles and decorated with a panel containing a laurel band above angled lines and pellets, all separated with
0203: A very nice Greek red-figure skyphosEst. $500-$700Lot Passed
A very large Gnathian-ware skyphos: A very large Gnathian-ware skyphos, c. 4th Century B.C., enlivened with white and yellow slip, with ornamental bands of tongues, dots, flowers and ivy leaves, a basin on a tripod at the center, a
0204: A very large Gnathian-ware skyphosEst. $1,800-$3,500Lot Passed
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A fantastic large Gnathian-ware bell krater, Apulia: A fantastic large Gnathian-ware bell krater, Apulia, 4th Century BC, of solid construction with flared foot, two handles adorned with ridges and a widely flared mouth with two grooves inset from the
0204A: A fantastic large Gnathian-ware bell krater, ApuliaEst. $1,800-$2,500
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A beautiful Greek pyxis, Magnia Graecia: A beautiful Greek pyxis, Magnia Graecia, 4th Century BC, the rounded body with ring foot, the flared mouth with neatly fitted lid with knob handle. The upper portion of the vessel is decorated with a
0205: A beautiful Greek pyxis, Magnia GraeciaEst. $350-$500
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A Greek Xenon-ware miniature kantharos: A Greek Xenon-ware miniature kantharos, Apulia, late 4th Century BC, with ring foot and two vertically aligned loop handles. The body is adorned with a stylized laurel pattern. 2 x 3 1/8 in (5 x 7.9
0206: A Greek Xenon-ware miniature kantharosEst. $250-$300
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A lovely Greek black glazed cup, 4th Century BC: A lovely Greek black glazed cup, 4th Century BC, with rounded loop handle and narrow ring foot, the surfaces well-preserved. 3 1/4 x 5 1/8 in (8.3 x 13 cm). A really nice example! Ex German private
0207: A lovely Greek black glazed cup, 4th Century BCEst. $300-$400
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An attractive Greek pedestal dish: An attractive Greek pedestal dish, 4th - 3rd Century BC, the pedestal base with widely flared foot, the interior of the dish decorated with bands of black glaze, the bare clay with rows of black
0212: An attractive Greek pedestal dishEst. $250-$400Lot Passed
A nice Greek phiale or omphalos bowl: A nice Greek phiale or omphalos bowl, c. 4th- 3rd Century BC, decorated with three parallel bands in red slip, central circular raised area with opposing depression on the base, two holes for
0213: A nice Greek phiale or omphalos bowlEst. $250-$450Lot Passed
A nice Cypriot ribbed oinochoe: A nice Cypriot ribbed oinochoe, c. 4th - 2nd Century BC, with small pedestal foot, trefoil pouring spout and loop handle. The surfaces retain much of the original black slip. H: 7 in (17.7 cm). Light
0214: A nice Cypriot ribbed oinochoeEst. $300-$400Lot Passed
A Hellenistic ceramic olpe: A Hellenistic ceramic olpe, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, of tall, narrow form, the orange slip with black mottling in areas. H: 5 1/4 in (13.3 cm). Light deposits. Ex collection of Sir William Whitfield,
0215: A Hellenistic ceramic olpeEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
A nice Etrusco-Corinthian aryballos: A nice Etrusco-Corinthian aryballos, 7th Century BC, the rounded body decorated with bands of dark brown slip, vertical tongues around the shoulder. The neck is short with wide, flat rim decorated
0216: A nice Etrusco-Corinthian aryballosEst. $250-$350Lot Passed
A Villanovan/Etruscan impasto jar: A Villanovan/Etruscan impasto jar, c. 8th - 7th Century BC, piriform in shape with shallow ring foot, the neck narrows and is surmounted by a flared mouth, two vertically orientated lug handles on
0217: A Villanovan/Etruscan impasto jarEst. $250-$350Lot Passed
An Etruscan bucchero footed chalice: An Etruscan bucchero footed chalice, c. 600 - 525 BC, with short pedestal foot with wide base, the bowl with steep walls with three parallel grooves running around the midsection above ridged
0218: An Etruscan bucchero footed chaliceEst. $450-$700Lot Passed
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A well-preserved Etruscan bucchero kantharos: A well-preserved Etruscan bucchero kantharos, c. 625 - 550 BC, on pedestal foot, the deep bowl with horizontal ridge at base and two loop handles. 5 1/2 x 6 3/4 in (14 x 17.1 cm). Well-preserved
0219: A well-preserved Etruscan bucchero kantharosEst. $600-$800
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A Roman creme slipped jar, Holy Land: A Roman creme slipped jar, Holy Land, c. 2nd - 4th Century AD, with rounded bottom and wide mouth and a horizontal ridge at the top of the neck. H: 5 3/8 in (13.7 cm). Light deposits. Ex collection
0222: A Roman creme slipped jar, Holy LandEst. $300-$400Lot Passed
A nice Near Eastern incantation bowl: A nice Near Eastern incantation bowl, c. 5th - 7th Century AD, the walls widely flared with raised central knob, creme buff, with Aramaic spell written on the inside spiraling down towards the
0226: A nice Near Eastern incantation bowlEst. $300-$450Lot Passed
A Byzantine terracotta bowl: A Byzantine terracotta bowl, c. 12th Century AD, the interior decorated with creme painted triangle and scroll motif. D: 7 1/2 in (19.1cm), H: 2 in (4.9cm). Ex Montreal, Canada private collection
0227: A Byzantine terracotta bowlEst. $400-$600Lot Passed
A nice Iron Age pinched ceramic lamp: A nice Iron Age pinched ceramic lamp, c. 1200 - 586 BC, a popular 'cocked hat' type with remnants of carbon on the nozzle and a raised pad base. 5 1/8 x 5 3/8 in (13 x 13.7 cm). Light deposits. Ex
0230: A nice Iron Age pinched ceramic lampEst. $150-$250Lot Passed
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A Roman ceramic discus lamp depicting a lion: A Roman ceramic discus lamp depicting a lion, 2nd Century AD, the deeply concave discus bordered by grooves and ridges, the shoulder plain with rounded nozzle handle and ring handle with vertical
0236: A Roman ceramic discus lamp depicting a lionEst. $180-$250
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Roman discus lamp depicting Cupid: A Roman discus lamp depicting Cupid within the concave disk, late 2nd - early 3rd Century AD, the shoulder is decorated with a raised floral design, there is a loop handle, low ring base on foot with
0237: Roman discus lamp depicting CupidEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
A nice Roman bronze oil lamp: A nice Roman bronze oil lamp, 3rd - 4th Century AD, with smooth, rounded body and long nozzle with circular wick hole; the bottom flattened. At back is the base for the handle and the hinged
0239: A nice Roman bronze oil lampEst. $300-$400Lot Passed
A pair of Roman ceramic lamps: A pair of Roman ceramic lamps. The first is a North African type, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, the flat top with central relief of a bird standing atop a spiral column, berries before, the shoulder with
0242: A pair of Roman ceramic lampsEst. $250-$350Lot Passed
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A pair of attractive Byzantine lamps, Egypt: A pair of attractive Byzantine lamps, Egypt, c. 6th - 7th Century AD, the first oval with angled shoulders adorned with a nice floral device in high relief, L: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm). The second features
0242A: A pair of attractive Byzantine lamps, EgyptEst. $150-$200
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A nice Roman glass spiral bottle: A nice Roman glass spiral bottle, c. 1st Century AD, in near colorless glass, the body rounded with narrow neck and flared mouth, the entire vessel adorned with a spiral trail wound in opaque white
0244: A nice Roman glass spiral bottleEst. $350-$500Lot Passed
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A lovely Roman light blue glass unguentarium: A lovely Roman light blue glass unguentarium, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, with a short neck and long, ovoid body with a thin strand of glass drawn out from the bottom, creating a teardrop appearance, H:
0247: A lovely Roman light blue glass unguentariumEst. $350-$500
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A lovely Roman aubergine glass perfume bottle: A lovely Roman aubergine glass perfume bottle, Eastern Mediterranean, 1st - 2nd Century AD, the squat body with lightly flattened bottom, vertical neck with mildly flared mouth and rolled rim. Nice
0248: A lovely Roman aubergine glass perfume bottleEst. $400-$600
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Roman glass aryballos with remnants of original: A Roman glass aryballos with remnants of original contents, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, in pale yellow-green glass, the rounded body with indented bottom, a short cylindrical neck topped by a wide, flat
0249: Roman glass aryballos with remnants of originalEst. $500-$800
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A tall Roman glass cosmetic bottle: A tall Roman glass cosmetic bottle, 1st - 2nd Century AD, in blue-green glass, the body with lightly indented bottom and the cylindrical neck narrows slightly with a wide, flat rim. A nice example
0250: A tall Roman glass cosmetic bottleEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
A tall Roman pale blue glass bottle: A tall Roman pale blue glass bottle, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the body bell-shaped with indented bottom, the neck is long and tubular with wide, flattened rim. H: 6 7/8 in (17.5 cm). Attractive
0250A: A tall Roman pale blue glass bottleEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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A wonderful olive-green Roman glass bottle: A wonderful olive-green Roman glass bottle, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the body of wide piriform shape with lightly indented bottom. The tubular neck is surmounted by a wide rim and the single strap
0252: A wonderful olive-green Roman glass bottleEst. $1,800-$2,500
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A Roman yellow glass cage vessel: A Roman yellow glass cage vessel, 4th - 5th Century AD, the rounded body with deeply indented base, small pinched 'loops' around the sides of the body and a zig-zag trail around the neck attaching to
0259: A Roman yellow glass cage vesselEst. $350-$450
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A Roman orange glass ribbed bracelet: A Roman orange glass ribbed bracelet, c. 1st - 3rd Century BC, nicely made with a twisted appearance and lovely iridescence. Dia: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm). Ex Pennsylvania private collection.
0260: A Roman orange glass ribbed braceletEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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A beautiful group of ancient glass beads: A beautiful group of ancient glass beads. Two are late Roman speckled types, c. 1st - 4th Century AD, with opaque black core and multicolored spots, (15 x 12 mm & 13 x 11 mm). Another is ovoid in
0262: A beautiful group of ancient glass beadsEst. $350-$500
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A Roman bronze ring with carnelian ring stone: A Roman bronze ring with carnelian ring stone, c. 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the ring slender with oval bezel, the deep orange stone with a nicely incised deity standing in profile. Ring stone 9 x 6 mm,
0267: A Roman bronze ring with carnelian ring stoneEst. $250-$350
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A Roman silver ring with intaglio: A Roman silver ring with intaglio, 1st - 2nd Century AD, the ring heavy with wide, rounded shoulders and attractive grey tone, the sardonyx oval intaglio depicting an eagle in nice style. Ring
0267A: A Roman silver ring with intaglioEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
A lot of mixed ancient objects: A lot of mixed ancient objects. Lot includes a pair of ancient spindle whorls, Holy Land, c. 1000 - 800 BC, one in a grey stone and the other in bone, a Scythian arrowpoint, c. 8th - 6th Century BC,
0268: A lot of mixed ancient objectsEst. $90-$150Lot Passed
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A Sumerian stone head of a heifer: A Sumerian stone head of a heifer, 3rd Millennium, carved in naturalistic style with short rounded ears and one eye drilled. L: 4 3/5 in (11.7cm), H: 3 1/8 in (7.9cm). Light deposits and an
0269: A Sumerian stone head of a heiferEst. $250-$300
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A Sumerian stone figure of a bird: A Sumerian stone figure of a bird, c. 3000 - 2500 BC, nicely carved with recessed eyes and mottled deposits. 28 x 26 mm. Ex Joel Malter collection; Ex Los Angeles private collection
0269A: A Sumerian stone figure of a birdEst. $180-$250
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A green serpentine stone stamp seal: A green serpentine stone stamp seal, Southern Anatolia, 3rd Millennium BC, circular in shape with central dome with horizontal drill for suspension; on base, a horned antelope with frond over
0271: A green serpentine stone stamp sealEst. $150-$200Lot Passed
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A large Mesopotamian steatite stamp seal: A large steatite stamp seal, Southern Mesopotamia, c. 3rd Millennium BC, of gables serpentine with horizontal drill for suspension. On base, a deeply carved horned antelope amidst floral elements. 47
0271A: A large Mesopotamian steatite stamp sealEst. $250-$350
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A nice Jemdat Nasr creme marble cylinder seal: A nice Jemdat Nasr creme marble cylinder seal, c. 3200 - 2700 BC, well-carved with a large protective eye motif. 21 x 17 mm. Mottled deposits and a classic motif! Ex Joel Malter collection; Ex Los
0271C: A nice Jemdat Nasr creme marble cylinder sealEst. $180-$250
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A Near Eastern faience cylinder seal or bead: A Near Eastern faience cylinder seal or bead, 2nd Millennium BC, decorated with cross-hatching pattern. H: 7/8 in (2.2cm). Ex Wiltshire, UK private collection.
0272: A Near Eastern faience cylinder seal or beadEst. $120-$150
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A Neo-Assyrian steatite stamp seal: A Neo-Assyrian steatite stamp seal, c. 8th - 7th Century BC, scaraboid shaped with lightly domed top and flat sides. On base a standing robed figure worships at a lunar altar, 17 x 13 mm. Drilled
0273: A Neo-Assyrian steatite stamp sealEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
A choice Marlik bronze stamp seal: A choice Marlik bronze stamp seal, c. 1200 - 800 BC, with circular disk with welded loop handle, the base with incised hatched around a central angled cross. Dia: 14 mm. Beautifully patinated. Ex
0273A: A choice Marlik bronze stamp sealEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
A lot of 4 ancient seals: A lot of 4 ancient seals. Lot includes a Bactrian bronze stamp seal, c. 3rd - 2nd Millennium BC, of geometric form with loop handle, 3 x 3.2 cm. The other three are Sasanian stamp seals, c. 3rd - 6th
0275: A lot of 4 ancient sealsEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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A Roman coin of Constantine I (The Great): A Roman coin of Constantine I 'the Great' set into a lovely silver and gold ring. The coin depicts the emperor Constantine I, AD 307 - 337, and is set in a nice silver ring with 14k gold bezel. Ring
0279: A Roman coin of Constantine I (The Great)Est. $120-$200
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Rare Roman bronze coin Claudius and Livia, Crete: A rare Roman bronze coin Claudius and Livia from Crete. Claudius with Diva Livia, AD 41 - 54. AE19 of the Koinon of Crete. 4.75g. TI K?AY?IO? KAI?A? ?E?MA ?EBA?, bare head of Claudius lt. / ?EA
0285: Rare Roman bronze coin Claudius and Livia, CreteEst. $120-$200
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A Roman silver coin of emperor Titus: A Roman silver coin of emperor Titus. Imperial Rome, Titus, AD 79 - 81. AR Denarius. Rome. (18.35mm. 3.73g). TITVS CAES VESPASIAN AVG PM, his laureate head rt. / TR P IX IMP XV COS VIII PP, two bound
0286: A Roman silver coin of emperor TitusEst. $120-$150
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A pair of Roman silver coins: A pair of Roman silver coins. Lot includes a Roman Republican Denarius of moneyor L. Thorius Balbus, c. 105 BC, struck in Rome, the obverse depicts Juno Sospita and the reverse a charging bull, Dia:
0288: A pair of Roman silver coinsEst. $250-$350
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A group of 3 Roman silver coins: A group of 3 Roman silver coins. Lot includes a denarius of Antoninus Pius, (AD 138-161), Rome mint, the reverse depicting the Genius of the Senate. (17.5nn, 2.92g). The second is a denarius of
0290: A group of 3 Roman silver coinsEst. $300-$450
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A nice group of 3 Roman silver coins: A nice group of 3 Roman silver coins. Lot includes a denarius of Trajan, (AD 98 - 117), Rome mint, Arabia standing with a camel on the reverse, (19mm, 3.22g). The second is a denarius of Septimius
0291: A nice group of 3 Roman silver coinsEst. $300-$450Lot Passed
A lot of 3 Roman bronze coins: A lot of 3 Roman bronze coins. Lot includes a bronze coin of the emperor Commodus, AD 177 - 192, from Thessalonica in Macedonia, reverse with Nike (Victory) holding a wreath and palm, (12.53g, 27mm).
0292: A lot of 3 Roman bronze coinsEst. $150-$200Lot Passed
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A pair of ancient bronze and silver coins: A pair of ancient bronze and silver coins. Lot includes an issue of Constantine I, AD 307 - 337, with 'Manus Dei' or the 'Hand of God'. Divus Constantine I the Great, post-mortem issue struck after
0294: A pair of ancient bronze and silver coinsEst. $150-$200
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A group of 10 terracotta bullae, Roman: A group of 10 terracotta bullae, Roman, early - mid-3rd Century AD. An interesting group, all fired hard, probably from a fire in one of the eastern cities that was razed by the Sasanian king Shapur
0295A: A group of 10 terracotta bullae, RomanEst. $120-$150
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A lot 12 ancient coins, Central Asia: A lot 12 ancient coins, Central Asia. The majority of the group contains silver Drachms of the Shahis king Samanta Deva, c. AD 850 - 970, from Kabul. The feature a stylized horse with rider and a
0297: A lot 12 ancient coins, Central AsiaEst. $60-$100
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A lot of 3 coins, Britain and Ireland: A lot of 3 coins, Britain and Ireland. Lot includes a Commercial Dublin Halfpenny from 1795, a Gunmoney Shilling of James II, 1685-1688, struck during the Irish Rebellion, 1689 - 1690, and struck
0298: A lot of 3 coins, Britain and IrelandEst. $120-$150
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A nicely carved Gandharan stone head: A nicely carved Gandharan stone head, Indus Valley, c. 3rd - 4th Century AD. This choice fragment is carved from a red hardstone and depicts Buddha with an intricately detailed coif gathered in a
0300: A nicely carved Gandharan stone headEst. $120-$150
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A fine Gandharan stone head: A fine Gandharan stone head, Indus Valley, c. 3rd - 4th Century AD, carved from the blue-gray schist characteristic of the region. It depicts a man with an intricately detailed coif held with a
0301: A fine Gandharan stone headEst. $120-$150
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A beautiful Gandharan stucco head: A well-carved Gandharan stucco head, Indus Valley, c. 4th - 5th Century AD. A detailed sculpture which is carved from stucco depicting a young man with detailed coif. H: 2 3/4 in (6.9 cm). Traces of
0302: A beautiful Gandharan stucco headEst. $350-$450
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A lovely Gandharan stucco head: A lovely Gandharan stucco head, Indus Valley, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, well-detailed and masterfully carved from stucco depicting the Buddha. He is portrayed with a serene countenance, elongated ears
0303: A lovely Gandharan stucco headEst. $350-$500
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A Near Eastern brown slipped bowl: A Near Eastern brown slipped bowl, 2nd - 1st Millennium BC, with rounded bottom and incised line inside below the rim. The surfaces are slipped in a dark brown with burnishing. Dia: 7 1/2 in (19.7
0304: A Near Eastern brown slipped bowlEst. $250-$350Lot Passed
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A trio of three nice Indian heads: A trio of three nice Indian heads, c. 3rd - 4th Century AD, two in terracotta, the larger female head with elaborate headdress and jewelry, and one a Gandharan schist head of Buddha. Height from 1
0307: A trio of three nice Indian headsEst. $250-$350
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A lovely Nishapur glazed bowl: A lovely Nishapur glazed bowl, c. 10th Century AD, resting on a short foot with steep walls and inward angled rim. The interior is beautifully decorated with a large bird standing to left amidst
0308: A lovely Nishapur glazed bowlEst. $1,200-$1,500Lot Passed
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A Chinese celadon bowl and a glazed jar: A Chinese celadon bowl and a glazed jar. Lot includes a Chinese celadon tea bowl, Song or Yuan Dynasty, AD 960 - 1279, with floral decoration in relief around the outside, Dia: 4 ¼ in (10.7 cm).
0308B: A Chinese celadon bowl and a glazed jarEst. $150-$200
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Chinese terracotta head of a woman, Han Dynasty: A Chinese terracotta head of a woman, Han Dynasty, 206 BC - AD 24, resembling the Yangling type terracottas, with detailed features and hair long and parted in the center. H: 2 in (5 cm). Nicely
0309: Chinese terracotta head of a woman, Han DynastyEst. $180-$250
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A Chinese antique jade cicada: A Chinese antique jade cicada. The carved detailed and losses to the backend. Likely late 19thy - early 20th Century, but possibly older. L: 2 in (5 cm).
0310: A Chinese antique jade cicadaEst. $60-$80Lot Passed
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A choice Tuareg manilla, Mauretania: A choice Tuareg manilla, c. late 1800's - early 1900's. This heavy solid bronze currency bracelet is 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm) in diameter and is lavishly decorated with a variety of geometric and linear
0311: A choice Tuareg manilla, MauretaniaEst. $120-$150
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A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture: A beautiful African wood mask, Fang culture, Republic of Congo, in the form of a man with elongated face, inverted crescent-shaped eyes, slender nose and down-turned mouth. The surfaces are coated
0312C: A beautiful African wood mask, Fang cultureEst. $250-$350
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A large Songe Kifwebe mask: A large Songe Kifwebe mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, mid-20th Century, with exaggerated features - pursed lips, large eyes and nose extending to a crest that runs atop the head. The surfaces are
0313: A large Songe Kifwebe maskEst. $180-$250
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A group of three miniature Dan masks: A group of three miniature Dan masks, Western Africa, mid-20th Century, each nicely carved with short or no hair, narrow eyes and jutting chin. Sometimes referred to as 'Passport Marks' and worn or
0314: A group of three miniature Dan masksEst. $120-$150
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A pair of Yoruba offering figures: A pair of Yoruba offering figures, Nigeria, mid-20th Century AD, each depicted in traditional form standing on integral bases and wearing elaborate headdresses. One wears a beaded band around his
0315: A pair of Yoruba offering figuresEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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A pair of objects from Africa and New Guinea: A pair of objects from Africa and New Guinea. Lot includes a lovely carved wood ornamental piece, New Guinea, perhaps a handle, in the form of a seated figure with incised swirled filled with white,
0319: A pair of objects from Africa and New GuineaEst. $120-$150
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An antique polychrome wood mask from Bali: An antique polychrome wood mask from Bali, early 20th Century, in the form of a toothed feline, with added hair. The surfaces are well-preserved with black and red detail over yellow and definitely
0320: An antique polychrome wood mask from BaliEst. $250-$350
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A nice antique Topeng mask, Java: A nice antique Topeng mask, Java, early - mid 20th Century, depicting a man with stylized hair or headdress and white mustache and eyebrows contrasting nicely with his dark skin, mouth open with
0321: A nice antique Topeng mask, JavaEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
18k gold and Sterling silver men: A lovely 18k gold and Sterling silver men's ring set with a modern Roman-style intaglio. A gorgeous ring, the modern carnelian stone featuring the helmeted head of Athena facing to left, wearing a
0322: 18k gold and Sterling silver menEst. $300-$450Lot Passed
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A set of antique Egyptian revival jewelry: A set of antique Egyptian revival jewelry. A lovely matching set which includes a necklace, bracelet and pair of clip earrings all constructed from gold plated brass with added antique Egyptian-style
0323: A set of antique Egyptian revival jewelryEst. $450-$600
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Egyptian-style replica bronze sculpture of Neith: An attractive Egyptian-style replica bronze sculpture of the goddess Neith. Of solid construction with lovely glossy patinated surfaces. Height with base 10 3/4 in (27.3 cm).
0324: Egyptian-style replica bronze sculpture of NeithEst. $180-$250
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A group of 8 ancient-style replica objects: A group of 8 ancient-style replica objects. Lot includes a stone torso of a Roman emperor with a stand, a Roman style bust of a youth, three Greek-style terracotta heads, a Roman style bronze body of
0327: A group of 8 ancient-style replica objectsEst. $250-$350
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Lovely antique bronze oil lamp in Roman-style: A choice bronze oil lamp in ancient Roman style, c. 19th - early 20th Century, the rounded body with long, round-tipped nozzle, the nozzle-channel with central recessed area and circular depression
0328: Lovely antique bronze oil lamp in Roman-styleEst. $300-$450
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A fragment of moon rock in a display case: A fragment of moon rock in a display case. The fragment is of the Lunar gabbro meteorite NWA4932. The moon is regularly struck by meteorites which eject lunar rocks into space. With the right
0333: A fragment of moon rock in a display caseEst. $120-$150
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A group of 4 Moldavite tektites: A group of 4 Moldavite tektites. Formed by a meteorite impact about 15 million years ago in southern Germany which left the Nördlinger Ries impact crater. The impact splattered molten material high
0334: A group of 4 Moldavite tektitesEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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Two reference books on ancient gems and seals: Two reference books on ancient gems and seals. Lot includes a copy of First Impressions, Cylinder Seals in the Ancient Near East, Dominique Collon, (London, 1987), hard cover with jacket. The second
0338: Two reference books on ancient gems and sealsEst. $60-$80
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A choice ceramic Olmecoid head: A choice Olmecoid head, Guatemala, c. 200 BC - AD 200. This fine orange-ware example depicts a smiling individual with elongated, pierced ears. H: 2 3/4 in (6.9 cm). Strong mineral deposits. Mounted
0343: A choice ceramic Olmecoid headEst. $120-$150
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A cute Colima standing woman in a skirt: A cute Colima standing woman in a skirt, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, with bifurcated feet, her face nice detailed with long hair braid falling to front. H: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm). Well-preserved with
0346: A cute Colima standing woman in a skirtEst. $90-$120
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A ceramic Colima man lying on a bed: A ceramic Colima man lying on a bed, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, he is depicted nude wearing a pointed headdress, earrings, armlets and a necklace, his face well-detailed. He lays atop a
0347: A ceramic Colima man lying on a bedEst. $180-$250
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A nice Colima seated male and female pair: A nice Colima seated pair, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, the first in the form of a woman carrying a large vessel, H: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm), and the second in the form of a seated male with hands on
0348: A nice Colima seated male and female pairEst. $120-$150
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A nice Colima seated shaman figure: A nice Colima seated shaman figure, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, with well modeled features, pierced ears and a small tuft of hair at center of head. H: 6 3/4 in (17.2 cm). Well preserved with a
0349: A nice Colima seated shaman figureEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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A nice pair of large Colima dancers: A nice pair of large Colima dancers, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, the first wearing armor and a mask pulled up to reveal his face, H: 9 in (22.8 cm), the second wearing a necklace with long
0350: A nice pair of large Colima dancersEst. $400-$700
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A nice Colima ceramic canopied bed: A nice Colima ceramic canopied bed, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, standing on four tapered legs, the covering rounded on side and flat on ends, a single strap over the top. The bed itself is
0351: A nice Colima ceramic canopied bedEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
A Chinesco Type C seated male figure: A Chinesco Type C seated male figure, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, with arms crossed over his knees. He wears a low domed head piece and with black painted details which include his tattooed
0352: A Chinesco Type C seated male figureEst. $250-$300Lot Passed
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A handsome Jalisco Sheep Face female figure: A handsome Jalisco Sheep Face female figure, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, with tall hairdo wrapped with two headbands and large circular earrings. The figure is well preserved, and grey slipped with
0354: A handsome Jalisco Sheep Face female figureEst. $180-$250
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A nice Jalisco standing canine effigy vessel: A nice Jalisco standing canine effigy vessel, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, the body of flat ovoid shape with tapered legs and a spout on back. The head is small and nicely modeled with coffee
0356: A nice Jalisco standing canine effigy vesselEst. $150-$200
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A cute Jalisco sitting fat coatimundi rattle: A cute Jalisco sitting fat coatimundi rattle, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, with rounded body and short legs, the head is well-modeled, and the front legs hold food to its mouth. 3 1/4 in x 3 in (8.3
0357: A cute Jalisco sitting fat coatimundi rattleEst. $120-$200
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A cute Jalisco sitting mother with child: A cute Jalisco sitting mother with child, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, wearing tall headdress and skirt, the red-orange slip extremely well preserved with glossy surfaces. H: 3 1/4 in (6.3 cm). A
0358: A cute Jalisco sitting mother with childEst. $150-$200
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A nice Nayarit standing woman wearing a skirt: A nice Nayarit standing woman wearing a skirt, West Mexico, 100 BC - AD 250, wearing a low headdress fringed with feathers, earrings, nose ring and choker. H: 7 in (17.8 cm). Well preserved with
0359: A nice Nayarit standing woman wearing a skirtEst. $150-$200
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A huge Colima red slipped cooking vessel: A huge Colima red slipped cooking vessel, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, heavy-bodied, with deep rounded bowl and flared rim. H: 8 in (20.3 cm); Dia: 14 in (35.5 cm). Red-slipped surfaces well
0361: A huge Colima red slipped cooking vesselEst. $120-$200
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A nice Chinesco Type B bottle vase: A nice Chinesco Type B bottle vase, Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, a more unusual shape, the body rather ovoid in shape with indented base, short neck and flared mouth. The exterior is decorated with a
0363: A nice Chinesco Type B bottle vaseEst. $120-$200Lot Passed
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A Nayarit Post-Classic creme slipped bowl: A Nayarit Post-Classic creme slipped bowl, West Mexico, AD 900 - 1200, deep-walled with nicely burnished surfaces. 3 1/4 x 5 1/2 in (8.3 x 13.3 cm). Scattered deposits. Ex Petersen-Neubauer family
0363A: A Nayarit Post-Classic creme slipped bowlEst. $90-$120
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A lovely Nayarit Post-Classic jar: A lovely Nayarit Post-Classic jar, West Mexico, AD 900 - 1200, the shoulder with incised vertical lines and the neck with incised decoration. The vessel is beautifully burnished with bright
0364: A lovely Nayarit Post-Classic jarEst. $150-$200
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An excellent Classic Maya head: An excellent Classic Maya head from Guatemala, c. AD 250 - 600, depicting an individual adorned with large ear spools and facial piercings. H: 2 3/4 in (6.9 cm). Strong mineral deposits mounted on
0365: An excellent Classic Maya headEst. $120-$150
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A rare shamanic ritual object: A rare shamanic ritual object, Guatemala. This maskette is 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm) high and has hollow eyes that retain translucent mother-of-pearl inlays. Lovely polished patina. Ex Drapkin collection.
0366: A rare shamanic ritual objectEst. $120-$150
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A fine Maya polychrome bowl: A fine Maya polychrome bowl, Peten region, Guatemala, c. AD 400 - 700, decorated with a pair of stylized monkeys, with their bodies in rounded form. They are separated by panels of Kan crosses. In
0367: A fine Maya polychrome bowlEst. $350-$500Lot Passed
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A large Maya figural fragment from an urn: A large Maya figural fragment from an urn, c. AD 400 - 700, a nice example, Quiche region , Guatemala. It depicts a deity adorned with a nose ornament, labret, and ear spools. H: 4 5/8 in (11.7 cm).
0368: A large Maya figural fragment from an urnEst. $120-$150
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A choice Maya hardstone celt: A choice Maya celt, Guatemala, c. AD 250 - 600, made from speckled hardstone. It retains a sharp, highly polished bit, pointed butt end, and shows good mineral deposits. L: 4 3/4 in (12.1 cm). An
0369: A choice Maya hardstone celtEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
A large Maya flint spear point: A large Maya spear point, Guatemala, c. AD 400 - 700, fashioned from translucent, root beer colored flint. L: 7 1/2 in (19 cm). The edges are still sharp, and the weapon shows signs of wear from use.
0370: A large Maya flint spear pointEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
A Mayan flint spear point: A Mayan stone spear point, Guatemala, c. AD 40 - 700, fashioned from a tan flint with attractive speckled patination and deposits. L: 6 1/4 in (15.7 cm). Ex Petersen-Neubauer family collection, Los
0371: A Mayan flint spear pointEst. $120-$150Lot Passed
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A group of 5 obsidian arrowheads: A group of 5 obsidian arrowheads, Mexico, four in a black obsidian are from Teotihuacan, Mexico, c. AD 400 - 700, and the last in mahogany obsidian, Colima, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250. Largest 3
0373: A group of 5 obsidian arrowheadsEst. $150-$250
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A choice ceramic Teotihuacan stamp: A choice ceramic Teotihuacan stamp, Mexico, c. 400 - 650 AD. This superbly detailed flat stamp is 2 inches long and depicts an ornately attired warrior carrying shield and club, with a speech scroll
0375: A choice ceramic Teotihuacan stampEst. $120-$150
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A Nicoya monochrome shoe pot: A Nicoya monochrome shoe pot, Costa Rica, AD 1200 - 1550, with little applique hallucinogenic buttons/adornos on either side and a small zoomorphic applique at the back. Attractive black/orange
0376: A Nicoya monochrome shoe potEst. $90-$120
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A choice Taino carved stone Death Head: A choice Taino carved stone Death Head, c. AD 1000 - 1500, of hard volcanic basalt and carved in remembrance of a loved one with nice style and wearing a geometric headband. These were kept in the
0378A: A choice Taino carved stone Death HeadEst. $1,200-$1,500Lot Passed
A pair of Chiriqui/Diquis objects: A pair of Chiriqui/Diquis objects, Costa Rica, AD 1000 - 1550, Southern zone, the first is a ceramic polychrome tripod bowl with registers of Buenos Aires 'alligator-ware' design along top, Dia: 5
0380: A pair of Chiriqui/Diquis objectsEst. $180-$250Lot Passed
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A large Narino vessel with black on red design: A large Narino vessel, Colombia, c. AD 850 - 1500. This rare example from the Capuli cultural complex is elaborately decorated with the characteristic black-on-red resist painted designs with an
0384: A large Narino vessel with black on red designEst. $250-$350
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A rare San Augustin jar with squared rim: A rare San Augustin jar, Colombia, c. 600 - 100 BC, a fine Horqueta example featuring a squared rim, as well as intricate applique decor. H: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm). Nicely burnished, strong mineral
0385: A rare San Augustin jar with squared rimEst. $120-$150
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A lovely Jama-coaque ceramic jaguar maskette: A lovely Jama-coaque ceramic jaguar maskette, Ecuador, c. 200 BC - AD 500, with open mouth revealing teeth, large eyes and curved brow. The mask is bordered with two ridges and pellets and painted in
0387: A lovely Jama-coaque ceramic jaguar masketteEst. $180-$250
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A large Jama-coaque ceramic roller: A large Jama-coaque ceramic roller, Ecuador, c. 200 BC - AD 500, an unusually large example, with beautiful floral and geometric designs. 2 1/4 x 5 3/4 in (5.7 x 14.6 cm). Well preserved with light
0388: A large Jama-coaque ceramic rollerEst. $600-$800
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