A88: Fall Antiquities Sale - Part 1 2021-10-02 Auction - 426 Price Results - Ancient Resource Auctions in CA
A88: Fall Antiquities Sale - Part 1
A wonderful Etruscan terracotta votive head of a woman
A large South Italian pedestal plate
A choice Jalisco Ameca style seated hunchback figure
Done
Montrose, CA, United States
Auction Details

A88: Fall Antiquities Sale - Part 1

Our October 2nd Fall Sale will be Part 1 of a 2-part sale, with Part 2 planned to be held on October 16th, and will be our final sale held. As in past sales, a wonderful selection of 400+ authentic and well-provenanced items from various Roman, Greek, Egyptian, Near Eastern, and Pre-Columbian cultures as well as other ethnographic and antique items will be offered, and are starting at great values. Also included will be a selection of antique and ancient reproduction pieces. 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.
SOLD
An Egyptian terracotta floral/rosette mold: An Egyptian terracotta floral/rosette mold, later New Kingdom, c. 1200 - 1075 BC, with traces of white paste still present. Used for making glazed composition elements for jewelry and tiles. Dia: 1
Est.
$50
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$80
SOLD
A collection of 29 ancient pottery fragments: A collection of 29 ancient pottery fragments and items, mostly Near Eastern and Egyptian, several appearing to be from the same piece of pale green glazed pottery. Another pottery fragment reads
Est.
$120
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$150
A group of 3 ancient bronze objects: group of 3 ancient bronze objects. Lot including a Roman fibula, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, with original pin and coil, L: 1 3/4 in. (4.4 cm), a Near Eastern amulet, c. 1200 - 600 BC, with a small
Est.
$120
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$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lot of 5 lead tokens, bullae and a coin.: A lot of 5 lead tokens, bullae and a coin. Lot includes an Indian lead coin, Chutu Dynasty, c. AD 125 - 345, from the Deccan region of South India, with complex hill symbol, Dia: 28 mm, a Byzantine
Est.
$80
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$120
SOLD
A pair of antique ceramic animal claws: A pair of antique ceramic animal claws. Of uncertain age each pierced for suspension. L: 3 cm.
Est.
$40
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$60
SOLD
A lot of Egyptian & Near Eastern objects: A lot of Egyptian & Near Eastern objects. Lot includes 5 Egyptian amulets and scarabs from the Late - Ptolemaic Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, an amulet of double ostrich plumes in a green speckled stone,
Est.
$100
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$150
SOLD
An attractive Egyptian faience amulet of Anubis: An attractive Egyptian faience amulet of Anubis, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, with well-preserved blue-green glaze with aa hole for suspension through sides of plinth behind the
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A large Egyptian amulet of Pataikos: A large Egyptian amulet of Pataikos, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, depicted wearing a broad collar and head surmounted by a scarab. 3 1/8 in (7.9 cm). Some deposits. The lower half of body
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A New Kingdom Egyptian steatite scarab with fish: A wonderful Egyptian steatite scarab with fish, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, nicely carved with good details, the back with a variant of the 'an-ra' formula which was a popular 2nd Intermediate
Est.
$250
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$450
An Egyptian domed 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.
Est.
$150
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
An Egyptian steatite scarab, Ramesside: An Egyptian steatite scarab, Ramesside, c. 1200 - 1075 BC, the body nicely carved, on base, an amuletic cartouche of the 18th Dynasty pharaoh Thutmose III between two vultures. 16 x 11.5 mm. No
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
Egyptian green faience funerary pectoral scarab: A large Egyptian green faience funerary pectoral scarab, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, with holes for stitching them to the netting of a mummy. L: 2 1/4 in (5.8cm), W: 1 3/5 in (4.1cm). Ex Bonhams,
Est.
$180
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$300
SOLD
A pair of nice Egyptian steatite scarabs.: A pair of nice Egyptian steatite scarabs. The first, an Egyptian scarab with a cobra, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, carved in steatite, the body and legs of good style, the base featuring a uraeus
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
Egyptian terracotta ushabti, later New Kingdom: An Egyptian terracotta ushabti, later New Kingdom, c. 1200 - 1075 BC, depicted mummiform, wearing tripartite wig, arms folded at chest, the implements would have been represented in paint. Molded in
Est.
$300
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$450
SOLD
A beautiful Egyptian blue faience ushabti: A beautiful Egyptian blue faience ushabti, 30th Dynasty - Ptolemaic, c. 380 - 30 BC, depicted mummiform wearing tripartite wig with false bead. Arms folded at chest and holding a pick and hoe. H: 4
Est.
$900
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$1,200
SOLD
A large Egyptian faience ushabti, Late Period: A large Egyptian faience ushabti, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted mummiform on integral base, wearing tripartite wig and false beard, arms folded at chest, hands holding a pick and hoe, basket
Est.
$350
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$600
SOLD
An Egyptian faience ushabti, Late Period: An Egyptian faience ushabti, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, standing on integral base, mummiform, wearing tripartite headdress and false beard, arms folded at chest, hands holding pick and hoe, and a
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A cute little Egyptian faience ushabti: A cute little Egyptian faience ushabti, Late Period - Ptolemaic, c. 664 - 30 BC, mummiform, wearing tripartite wig, arms folded at chest. Frontally molded with flattened back, nicely preserved
Est.
$70
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$100
SOLD
A lot of 3 Egyptian faience ushabtis: A lot of 3 Egyptian faience ushabtis, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, two with detailed features, one only represented by the large foot. Height from 2 1/2 in (6.4 cm) to 3 5/8 in (9.2 cm). Ex
Est.
$120
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$200
An Egyptian grey stone vessel: An Egyptian grey stone vessel, c. 2500 - 1500 BC, perhaps a cosmetic jar, the body tapered to a narrow flat foot, the neck short with flared mouth. H: 4 3/8 in (11.1 cm). Ex German private family
Est.
$250
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$400
Lot Passed
SOLD
An attractive Egyptian alabaster alabastron: An attractive Egyptian alabaster alabastron, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, a popular perfume bottle in the Eastern Mediterranean at the time. This vessel is thin-walled and carved from translucent
Est.
$180
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$450
SOLD
Egyptian bronze figure of a striding Nefertem: A wonderful Egyptian bronze figure of a striding Nefertem, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, depicted striding on integral rectangular base wearing striated kilt and water lily headdress with uraeus and
Est.
$700
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$1,200
SOLD
A nice Egyptian painted wood figure: A nice Egyptian painted wood figure, Middle Kingdom, c. 2061 - 1690 BC, from a large model wood boat or a scene from daily life. He is depicted seated with carved face and black cosmetic details. He
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
Egyptian painted wood 'mummy' mask, Late Period: An Egyptian painted wood 'mummy' mask, Late Period, c. 664 - 332 BC, from an anthropoid sarcophagus lid, carved from a single piece of wood except the nose which had to be added with small dowel. The
Est.
$450
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$700
SOLD
Lot of 7 Egyptian terracotta molds, New Kingdom: A lot of 7 Egyptian terracotta molds, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, and include a large mold for a bunch of grapes, another for an Eye of Horus amulet, one for an amulet of Pataikos, an example
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 5 ancient terracotta heads: A lot of 5 ancient terracotta heads. Lot includes a head of Harpokrates, Ptolemaic, c. 2nd - 1st Century BC as well as four Greek terracotta heads, c. 5th - 1st Century BC. Largest 3 in (7.6 cm) in
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
An Egyptian molded terracotta head of a man: An Egyptian molded terracotta head of a man, c. 1st Century BC/AD, with oval face and wearing a domed headdress, his features nicely detailed. An interesting piece which could be from the corner of a
Est.
$80
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$100
SOLD
Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of Harpokrates: A Romano-Egyptian terracotta head of Harpokrates, 1st - 2nd Century AD, with side lock and remnants of right finger at lips, his features quite attractive. H: 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm) with wood stand. Ex
Est.
$100
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$150
SOLD
A pair of Romano-Egyptian terracotta heads: A pair of Romano-Egyptian terracotta heads, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, one depicting a bearded man, and the other a woman wearing a feathered wreath. Largest 1 7/8 in (4.7 cm). Ex Harvith collection,
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A lot of Romano-Egyptian terracotta heads: A lot of Romano-Egyptian terracotta heads, 1st - 2nd Century AD, the first depicting a woman in headdress and the second depicting a man. Largest: 1 5/8 in (4.2 cm) in heights. Ex Harvith collection,
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A lovely Egyptian faience bead necklace: A lovely Egyptian faience bead necklace, Late Period, c. 664 - 30 BC, primarily faience tube and disc beads in pale blue as well as two round vibrant blue beads. The ancient beads are strung with
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A small bottle of ancient Egyptian beads: A small bottle of ancient Egyptian beads. A nice selection of ancient Egyptian multicolored faience beads, New Kingdom to Late Period, c. 1570 - 332 BC, each in a good state of preservation with
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A framed group of ancient papyrus fragments: A framed group of ancient papyrus fragments. The group consists of fragments with Demotic, Greek and Coptic scripts. Largest fragment: 2 5/8 x 1 5/8 in (6.8 x 4.2 cm). Ex Orange County private
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A large piece of Egyptian linen-wrapping: A large piece of Egyptian linen-wrapping, 3rd Intermediate Period, c. 900 - 700 BC. Tan to brown in color, with dark stains from the resins and oils used during the mummification practice. Nicely
Est.
$180
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$250
A pair of Coptic textile panels: A pair of Coptic textile panels, c. 4th - 7th Century AD, both nicely embroidered and originally parts of decorative garments. The first features a seated person with a bird above a floral element
Est.
$350
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$500
Lot Passed
SOLD
A group of Coptic linen textile fragments: A group of Coptic linen textile fragments including a large swatch, likely part of a tunic, c. 2nd-4th Century AD, with embroidered areas containing human and animal figures as well as geometric and
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A large Near Eastern bronze horse bit: A large Near Eastern bronze horse bit, c. 1200 - 800 BC, known as a 'snaffle bit' with to looped elements joined at the center of the mouthpiece. L: 9 1/2 in (24.1 cm). Nice mottled green patina. Ex
Est.
$180
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$250
A Near Eastern bronze bowl: A Near Eastern bronze bowl, c. 1000 - 600 BC, nicely formed with rounded bottom and incised concentric banding in the tondo. Well-preserved with original tinned surfaces and areas with light
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A trio of lovely Near Eastern bronze bracelets: A trio of lovely Near Eastern bronze bracelets, c. 800 - 200 BC, measuring 2 1/2 in (6.3 cm) in diameter and with patina. Ex Clearwater, FL private collection.
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Near Eastern spike and pair of cloak pin: A Near Eastern spike and pair of cloak pins. Lot includes a pair of Near Eastern bronze cloak pins, c. 1200 - 600 BC, each with incised decoration, the larger with domed terminal and central toggle
Est.
$120
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$180
SOLD
A mixed group of Near Eastern bronze objects: A mixed group of Near Eastern bronze objects, c. 1200 - 600 BC. Lot includes: Three Near Eastern points, c. 1000 - 600 BC, with leaf-shaped blades and slender tangs, largest 3 7/8 in (7.3 cm); A
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A pair of Near Eastern bronze belt buckles: A pair of Near Eastern bronze belt buckles, c. 1000 - 600 BC, depicting stylized horned animals, likely ibex or mouflons. 2 3/4 x 2 5/8 in (6.9 x 6.7 cm) & 2 3/8 x 2 3/8 in (6 x 6 cm). Nicely
Est.
$500
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$800
SOLD
A lot of 3 ancient decorative elements: A lot of 3 ancient decorative elements. Lot includes a Near Eastern bronze finial in the form of a feline, c. 1000 - 800 BC, in nice style, L: 1 5/8 in (4.2 cm); The second is a Graeco-Roman bronze
Est.
$120
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$200
A lot of 4 ancient bronze objects: A lot of 4 ancient bronze objects. Lot includes a Near Eastern cage amulet, c. 1200 - 600 BC, with incised decoration, L: 1 7/8 in (4.7 cm); The second is a Scythian bronze strap end, c. 3rd - 1st
Est.
$80
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$120
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of Near Bronze animal figurines: A pair of Near Bronze animal figurines, c. 1000 - 600 BC, including a horned goat standing on integral rectangular base with suspension loop at shoulder, 2.3 x 3.3 cm, the second is a canine or a
Est.
$150
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$180
SOLD
A Levantine bronze amulet of a standing deity: A Levantine bronze amulet of a standing deity, possibly a depiction of Bes, c. 1000 - 400 BC, the head small with ear-like projections and arms at sides. L: 1 1/4 in (3.2cm). Nicely patinated. Ex
Est.
$80
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$100
SOLD
A group of 9 Near Eastern bronze/brass bracelets: A group of 9 Near Eastern bronze/brass bracelets, c. 1000 - 500 BC. Of various types, some ingot-like, one of sheet bronze with incised snake-headed terminals and another formed from twisted wire.
Est.
$150
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$250
SOLD
A pair of ancient bronze spatulas: A pair of ancient bronze spatulas, possibly c. 1st Millennium BC, each with a small, flattened spoon and a terminal in the form of the forepart of a horse. L: 2 7/8 in (7.3 cm) & 3 in (7.6 cm).
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A lot of Thracian silver jewelry items: A lot of Thracian silver jewelry items, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, and include a pair of ear cuffs made from wire with pointed terminals, each about 2 3/4 x 4 in (6.8 x 10.2 cm), and a bracelet
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A lot of 22 bronze ring currency examples: A lot of 22 bronze ring currency examples, Western Europe, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, of mostly a uniform size nicely patinated. While these could also be simple strap fittings, and many found are,
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Roman provincial bronze figure of a man: A Roman provincial bronze figure of a man, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, wearing a long robe, arms and the base distorted due to casting flaws. An interesting piece that was probably unfinished due to the
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A pair of Roman bronze fittings: A pair of Roman bronze fittings, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, from a chariot, piece of furniture of similar, of solid construction, the body curved with four circular extensions at each corner. The body
Est.
$350
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$500
SOLD
An attractive bronze facing lion head applique: An attractive bronze facing lion head applique, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, slightly oval in shape and formed from sheet bronze pounded over a wood or metal form. The applique is nicely embossed with large
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
A Roman bronze peacock figurine: A Roman bronze peacock figurine, c. 2nd-4th Century AD, with a hole in the center of the tail for hanging. Mounted on a wood base, and a cute piece. H: 1 1/2 in (3.9cm). Ex New York private
Est.
$70
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$100
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.
Est.
$120
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of Roman lead votive hand mirrors: A pair of Roman lead votive hand mirrors, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, each with molded geometric decoration and well-preserved with a light tan oxide patina. Both about 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm). Ex Orange
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A Roman bronze phallic applique: A Roman bronze phallic applique, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, with incised hair at top and flat-backed for attachment to a box, vessel or similar. 20 x 17 mm. Nice light contrast patination. Ex
Est.
$120
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$150
A Roman knee broach with double pins: A Roman knee broach with double pins, 2nd Century AD, a scarce type, finely crafted with wide, arched back and square pin catch with vertical flanges on all three side. A well-preserved example with
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
A nice Roman silver knee brooch: A nice Roman silver knee brooch, c. 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the body comprised of two L-Shaped bars arranged perpendicular to the bar at front, which itself is decorated with two extending floral
Est.
$80
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$120
Lot 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.
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
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
Est.
$120
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$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lot of 4 ancient bronze brooches: A lot of 4 ancient bronze brooches. Lot includes a Phrygian example, c. 8th - 7th Century BC, with ridges along the arched body, L: 2 in (5 cm), the balance are Italian types, c. 8th - 5th Century
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A lot of 3 Roman bronze brooches: A lot of 3 Roman bronze brooches. Lot includes a nice trumpet brooch, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, of good style, (L: 4 cm), a fine knee brooch, c. 2nd Century AD, with incised pellets around head, (L:
Est.
$120
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$150
A group of 5 Roman bronze fibulae: A group of 5 Roman bronze fibulae. The first a nice Roman bronze crossbow fibula, 4th Century AD, with nicely incised decoration and pointed terminals on the head and arms. L: 2 4/5 in (7.1cm). A
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
A lot of 6 bronze and iron fibulae: A lot of 6 bronze and iron fibulae. Lot includes a Romano-British brooch in the form of a hare, c. 2nd Century AD, the surfaces nicely silvered. L: 24mm; a pair of bronze Italic types, c. 8th - 5th
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
A pair of Roman bronze objects: A pair of Roman bronze objects, c. 1st - 5th Century AD, one a nicely formed goose-headed terminal for a handled implement. The other rather a mystery as to its function and what it was part of
Est.
$60
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$80
Lot Passed
A nice Islamic bronze lamp filler: A nice Islamic bronze lamp filler, c. 8th - 9th Century AD, the rounded bowl resting on 3 pegs feet, long channel spout, circular projections with a recessed knob at sides and back, the larger at
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
A heavy Islamic bronze spoon: A heavy Islamic bronze spoon, c. 12th - 16th Century, with ear-shaped bowl and solid tapering handle with incised line decoration. L: 7 1/2 in (19.2cm). Nice brown patina with light deposits. Ex
Est.
$90
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$120
Lot Passed
A large Neolithic green stone celt: A large Neolithic green stone celt, Balkans, c. 5th - 4th Millennium BC, a substantial example with oval profile, polished sides and rounded cutting edge. Edges worked but unpolished, one side
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
SOLD
A nice Near Eastern bronze dagger: A nice Near Eastern bronze dagger, c. 1200 - 1000 BC, the hilt and blade cast as a single piece, the hilt in flanged for inlay with wedge-shaped hilt, the guard has now lost the lappets originally
Est.
$250
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$450
SOLD
A heavy Near Eastern bronze spear butt: A heavy Near Eastern bronze spear butt, c. 1200 - 800 BC, tapered with rounded tip and square profile, the mounting shaft circular with lightly flared bottom and a pair of rivet holes. L: 11 1/2 in
Est.
$180
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$200
SOLD
A large Near Eastern spear or javelin point: A large Near Eastern spear or javelin point, c. 1200 - 600 BC, with long cylindrical mounting shaft, the leaf-shaped blade with pronounced midrib. L: 13 5/8 in (44.5 cm). Mottled patination. Ex
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A group of 3 Near Eastern bronze spear points: A group of 3 Near Eastern bronze spear points, c. 1000 - 600 BC, each well-preserved with earthen and mineral deposits. Largest 4 7/8 in (9.8 cm). Ex Spangenberg collection, TX.
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
Near Eastern bronze spear point and dagger blade: A Near Eastern bronze spear point and dagger blade, c. 1200 - 600 BC. The first is a short dagger blade, with narrow blade and flat midrib, the tang short and story, L: 5 1/4 in (13.3 cm). The second
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
Five Near Eastern bronze weapons/arrow points: A lot of five Near Eastern bronze weapons/arrow points, c. 1000 - 600 BC, including slender spear points and shorter more compact arrow heads. Most well-preserved some with corrosion and deposits.
Est.
$150
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$200
A nicely patinated Celtic bronze axe: A nicely patinated Celtic bronze axe, Central European, c. 800 - 550 BC, cast with ovoid socket, the blade with shallow grooves on either side. The end is flared with lightly rounded cutting edge;
Est.
$350
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$500
Lot Passed
SOLD
A heavy Chinese bronze adze blade, Shang-Zhou: A heavy Chinese bronze adze blade, Shang-Zhou, c. 1100 - 800 BC, with long neck and flared rounded cutting edge, the shaft hole with two mounting ridges and casting flange running up either side. 3
Est.
$180
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$300
SOLD
A nice iron mace head, 14th - 15th Century: A nice iron mace head, Eastern Europe, 14th - 15th Century, with flat top and six vertically orientated flanges or 'wings'. A nice solid example and was originally mounted on the end of a long wooden
Est.
$300
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$350
SOLD
A group of 8 Medieval iron knife blades: A group of 8 Medieval iron knife blades. The lot features a few different types of blades, one with a maker's stamp on the blade and most with the original tang which would have been fitted with a
Est.
$60
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$100
SOLD
A large European stone hand axe/tool: A large European stone hand axe/tool. Of uncertain age, but manufactured from the dark grey chert as many Northern European and Scandinavian Neolithic tools. L: 6 1/2 in (15.4 cm). Ex Sussex, UK
Est.
$50
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$80
SOLD
A group of 6 small stone fragments: A group of 6 small stone fragments with notes indicating collection in 1874 from Pompeii and Lake Maggiore. A mix of granite, shist and flint. Largest 2 5/8 in (6.8 cm). Comes with two antique
Est.
$60
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$80
SOLD
A weathered terracotta cuneiform tablet: A terracotta cuneiform tablet, Mesopotamia, 2nd Millennium BC, rather weathered with incised script on one the sides remaining. 1 1/2 x 1 5/16 in (3.8 x 3.3 cm). Ex Maine private collection.
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
An Old Babylonian molded plaque fragment: An Old Babylonian molded plaque fragment, c. 1900 - 1700 BC, in high relief depicting a bearded male worshipper or votary with hands at chest, likely possessing offerings. 2 1/2 x 1 2/3 in (6.5 x 4.2
Est.
$250
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$400
SOLD
A Greek ceramic votive of a seated couple: A Greek ceramic votive of a seated couple, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, depicting a seated man next to a woman, the male nude above the waste with short curly hair, the female with chiton and himation
Est.
$250
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$400
A lot of Greek terracotta objects: A lot of Greek terracotta objects. Lot includes: A Greek terracotta female body, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, she holds a bird, perhaps a duck, in one hand and a situla in the other. H: 5 1/4 in (13.4
Est.
$180
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$300
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Greek terracotta head of a woman: A Greek terracotta head of a woman, c. 4th Century BC, with hair stylized into tight curls set in rows, her features rounded. 3 3/4 x 2 7/8 in (9.5 x 7.3 cm). Heavy deposits, mounted on block base.
Est.
$180
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$250
A Greek terracotta head of Athena: A Greek terracotta head of Athena, c. 3rd - 2nd Century BC, wearing crested helmet. H: 3 1/4 in (8.3 cm) including wooden stand. Moderate surface encrustation. Ex Kent, UK private estate acquired in
Est.
$250
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$400
Lot Passed
SOLD
A large Etruscan terracotta votive head of a man: A large Etruscan terracotta votive head of a man, 4th - 3rd Century BC, in high relief. The man has a short beard and mustache, his hair in short curls. Well-preserved with good style and remaining
Est.
$700
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$1,500
SOLD
An Etruscan terracotta head of a youth: An Etruscan terracotta head of a youth, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, with large eyes and hair in waves framing the face. 4 1/2 x 3 3/8 in (11.4 x 8.5 cm). Some pitting and mottled deposits. Ex John
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A pair of Etruscan terracotta body part votives: A pair of Etruscan terracotta body part votives, c. 4th - 2nd Century BC, in the form of an eye and ear. Both frontally molded with good detail and light mineral deposits. L: 2 1/8 in (5.3 cm) & 1
Est.
$250
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$400
SOLD
An Etruscan terracotta votive male genitalia: An Etruscan terracotta votive male genitalia, c. 4th - 2nd Century BC, hand-modeled in naturalistic style. Well-preserved with light deposits.2 1/4 x 1 5/8 in (5.7 x 4.1 cm). Ex collection of Moshe
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A well-detailed Etruscan terracotta votive foot: A well-detailed Etruscan terracotta votive foot, 3rd - 2nd Century BC, nicely modeled in micaceous clay, the bottom flat.1 5/8 x 3 in (4.2 x 7.6 cm). Ex collection of Moshe Dayan, Israel; Ex Harvith
Est.
$250
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$400
SOLD
A Roman terracotta seated female figure: A Roman terracotta seated female figure, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, the woman with braided hair, wearing a headdress and necklace, and appearing to be holding a child in her arms, H: 4 2/3 in (11.9
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A group of 7 small ancient terracotta heads: A group of 7 small ancient terracotta heads. The balance of the heads are Greek, c. 4th - 1st Century BC, depicting young men and women. One depicts Athena wearing a Corinthian helmet. The last is a
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A late Roman bone doll head and body segment: A late Roman bone doll head and body segment, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, with detailed face and high ridged diadem. H: 6 in (15.2 cm). On custom base. Ex John Schaeffer estate, FL.
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A Mesopotamian ceramic jar: A Mesopotamian ceramic jar, 2nd Millennium BC, the body ovoid with narrow foot and short neck slightly flared rim. H: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). Ex collection of Karl Jakob Muller, Germany, acquired
Est.
$70
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$100
SOLD
A Near Eastern red burnished spouted vessel: A Near Eastern red burnished spouted vessel, c. 1000 - 600 BC, the rounded body with ring foot, loop handle and long channel spout. The red-orange surface with nice vertical burnishing. 3 1/2 x 6 1/2
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
An attractive Yortan black-ware juglet: An attractive Yortan black-ware juglet, Anatolia, c. 2700 - 2400 BC, hand-modeled the body ovoid with flared mouth and single looped handle. H: 4 7/8 in (12.3 cm). Minor rim chipping. Attractive grey
Est.
$180
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$250
An Early Bronze Age handled jar: An Early Bronze Age handled jar, Holy Land, c. 3100 - 2900 BC, the rounded body with flared mouth and high looping handle with round profile. 6 1/8 in (15.5 cm). Well-preserved with light deposits.
Est.
$300
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$400
Lot Passed
A Cypriot Middle Bronze Age juglet: A Cypriot Middle Bronze Age juglet, c. 1800 - 1725 BC, the cylindrical body with slanting walls and rounded bottom, the narrow neck with flared mouth and single strap handle. Dot and netting
Est.
$150
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$200
Lot Passed
A Middle Bronze Age ceramic jar: A Middle Bronze Age ceramic jar from the Holy Land, c. 1550 - 1200 BC, the rounded body with flattened foot and two small loop handles; the narrow mouth with flared rim. 4 1/2 x 5 in (11.4 x 12.7
Est.
$180
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$250
Lot Passed
A pair of Late Bronze Age bowls: A pair of Late Bronze Age bowls, c. 1550 - 1200 BC, the first of lower profile in a deep orange ware, 2 1/8 x 7 3/4 in (5.4 x 19.7 cm), the second a creme buff bowl with narrow pedestal base and
Est.
$150
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of ceramic vessels from the Holy Land: A pair of ceramic vessels from the Holy Land. Lot includes a cute little black-ware juglet, c. 1000 - 600 BC, with rounded body and single handle, old collection number on bottom, 3 in (7.6 cm), and
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
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
Est.
$150
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$200
A pair of Iron Age ceramic vessels: A pair of Iron Age ceramic vessels from the Holy Land, c. 1200 - 500 BC, the first and ovoid beaker with flared mouth, 4 1/4 x 4 3/4 in (10.3 x 12.2 cm) and the second a jar with some losses to the
Est.
$120
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$180
Lot Passed
A Cypro-Archaic pilgrim's flask: A Cypro-Archaic pilgrim's flask, c. 750 - 600 BC, adorned with concentric bands on either side. The flared spout is flanked by two loop handles and the flask is a nice example of this classic and
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
SOLD
An attractive Cypriot Bichrome bottle: An attractive Cypriot Bichrome bottle, Cypro-Archaic, c. 750 - 600 BC, the rounded body adorned with horizontal bands and concentric circles over nice orange slip. The neck is narrow with a central
Est.
$300
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$450
SOLD
An attractive Cypriot footed bowl: An attractive Cypriot footed bowl, Cypro-Archaic, c. 750 - 600 BC, with two loop handles. The vessel is well-preserved and with geometric decoration in red and brown slip including vertical and
Est.
$350
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$500
A nice Cypriot round-bodied flask: A nice Cypriot round-bodied flask, Cypro-Archaic I-II, c. 750 - 600 BC, with two small handles to either side of the spout, and concentric circle decoration on both sides of the body. 5 1/4 x 4 1/8
Est.
$400
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$600
Lot Passed
SOLD
A cute Greek calcite vessel on stand: A Greek calcite vessel, c. 5th - 4th Century BC, with broadly flared rim and small lugs at the shoulder. Strong mineral deposits and on short stand. H: 3 ¼ in (8.3 cm). Ex John Schaeffer estate, FL.
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Punic ceramic jug with ribbed body: A Punic ceramic jug with ribbed body, 7th - 1st Century BC, the body tapers with single handle and flared mouth. H: 8 in (20.4 cm). A lovely example! Cf. Pierre Cintas Ceramique Punique Pl. 9 of
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A pair of ancient pottery vessels: A pair of ancient pottery vessels. The first is a Greek skyphos, 7th - 6th Century BC, with remnants of orange slip, 3 1/4 x 9 in (8.3 x 22.8 cm). The second is an undated vessel with ovoid body and
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
An Attic Greek black-figure lekythos fragment: An Attic Greek black-figure lekythos fragment, 6th Century BC, with a banquet scene involving four seated figures, two musicians, one holding a lyre. H: 5 in (12.7 cm). Losses to spout and foot,
Est.
$300
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$500
SOLD
An Attic Greek black-figure lekythos: An Attic Greek black-figure lekythos, 5th Century BC, adorned with a horizontal netted band above and below two bands containing vine motif, and row of vertical tongues around shoulder. H: 6 1/4 in
Est.
$180
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$350
SOLD
A tall Greek ceramic jar: A tall Greek ceramic jar, c. 5th - 3rd Century BC, the sides decorated with incised lines and bands in reddish slip, deposits throughout. H: 7 1/3 in (18.6cm). Ex Teichner collection, CT, acquired at
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A pair of lustrous Greek skyphoi: A pair of lustrous Greek skyphoi, 5th - 4th Century BC, each with well-preserved black glaze and vertical loop handles. 4 x 6 3/8 in (10.2 x 17.2 cm) & 4 3/4 x 5 1/2 in (12.1 x 14 cm). Each with
Est.
$250
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$350
A pleasing Greek black-glazed olpe: A pleasing Greek black-glazed olpe, Magnia Graecia, 4th Century BC, the body ovoid with flat base, the neck short with flared mouth and single handle. H: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). Attractive glossy black
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Greek black-glazed kylix: A Greek black-glazed kylix, Magnia Graecia, 4th Century BC, with glossy black surfaces and pedestal foot. 3 x 7 7/8 in (7.6 x 20 cm). Surface deposits and old repair. Ex Connecticut private
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A Greek black-glazed skyphos: A Greek black-glazed skyphos, Magnia Graecia, 4th Century BC, with ring foot and two characteristic horizontal handles, the surfaces are glossy with some reddening from the firing process. H: 3 4/5
Est.
$180
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$250
A Greek black-glazed cup: A Greek black-glazed cup, 4th Century BC, with horizontally oriented handle and raised foot. The glaze is well-preserved. 4 7/8 x 3 3/4 in (12.4 x 9.5 cm). Ex Cornwall, UK private collection.
Est.
$150
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$180
Lot Passed
An Eastern Mediterranean lagynos: An Eastern Mediterranean lagynos, Asia Minor, c. 4th - 3rd Century BC, with bell-shaped body, wide ring foot and single strap handle. The top portion of the vessel was slipped in black, portions of
Est.
$300
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$400
Lot Passed
An Iron Age ceramic pyxis, Holy Land: An Iron Age ceramic pyxis, Holy Land, c. 1200 - 800 BC, the body with sharp carination and ring foot, the short neck with widely flared mouth and flanked by two horizontally aligned loop handles. 4 x
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A cute Greek black ware cup: A cute Greek black ware cup, 4th Century BC, the hemispherical bowl with flattened rim and raised foot with horizontal oriented loop handle. 2 x 4 5/8 in (5 x 11.7 cm). Light deposits. Ex German
Est.
$150
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$200
SOLD
A Greek black-glazed footed plate: A Greek black-glazed footed plate, 4th Century BC, with wide rim and pedestal foot, the glaze is well-preserved with glossy surfaces. Dia: 5 3/4 in (14.6 cm). Ex Cornwall, UK private collection.
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A lot of three Greek black glazed ceramic plates: A lot of three Greek black glazed ceramic plates, 4th Century BC, each with a narrow ring foot, the larger a Campanian example with a small rosette stamped in the center. Largest 6 5/8 in (17 cm) in
Est.
$250
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$300
SOLD
A nice Greek deep handled bowl: A nice Greek deep handled bowl, c. 4th - 2nd Century BC, with single strap handle and preserved black surfaces. 3 1/8 x 5 in (7.9 x 12.7 cm). Light deposits. Ex collection of Prof. Robert McElderry,
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A Greek ceramic shallow bowl: A Greek ceramic shallow bowl, c. 4th - 2nd Century BC, the with wide rim grooved and cut away to produce for protrusions, one pierced twice for suspension, raised grooved foot on bottom. W: 6 5/8 in
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
An attractive Greek feeder vessel: An attractive Greek feeder vessel, c. 4th - 1st Century BC, with single handle and a small angle spout emerging from the side of the body. H: 3 in (7.6 cm). Mottled deposits. Ex collection of Sir
Est.
$250
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$350
A Hellenistic ceramic bowl and a jar: A Hellenistic ceramic bowl and a jar. Lot includes a cute Hellenistic ceramic bowl, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, with wide band in dark brown just below the rim, 2 x 3 7/8 in (5 x 7.3 cm), and a jar from
Est.
$150
-
$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
A nice Italo-Megarian bowl: A nice Italo-Megarian bowl, c. 3rd - 2nd Century BC, with net pattern and central rosette on the underside bordered by an ovolo band. H: 3 3/4 in (9.6cm), D: 5 1/5 in (13.2cm). Mineral encrustation
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
An Etruscan bucchero footed kantharos: An Etruscan bucchero footed kantharos, 625 - 550 BC, on pedestal foot, the bowl is thick-walled with ridged carination at bottom and large looping handles. 4 5/8 x 6 7/8 in (11.7 x 17.6 cm). Ex North
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A well-preserved Etruscan bucchero chalice: A well-preserved Etruscan bucchero chalice, 625 - 550 BC, the bowl with steeply angled walls and sitting atop a slender pedestal foot with a pair of horizontal ridges above the flared foot. The
Est.
$600
-
$1,000
A large Etruscan beaked oinochoe: A large Etruscan beaked oinochoe, 4th Century BC, creme slipped, the body with rounded shoulders tapering to a cylindrical base. The neck is tall with funnel-like pouring spout and single handle. The
Est.
$900
-
$1,500
Lot Passed
SOLD
An Etruscan bucchero jar: An Etruscan bucchero jar, c. 6th Century BC, the body piriform with flared foot, pronounced shoulder and wide mouth. H: 2 3/4 in (7 cm). Nice burnished black surfaces. Ex Scottish private collection
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
An Etruscan and Greek fragmented pair of vessels: An Etruscan and Greek fragmented pair of vessels. The first is an Etruscan oinochoe, c. 4th Century BC, for pouring wine, H: 8 3/8 in (21.3 cm), the second is a Greek black glazed ribbed olpe, 4th
Est.
$150
-
$200
A large South Italian pedestal plate: A large South Italian pedestal plate, likely Daunian or Messapian, c. 5th - 4th Century BC, with wide, shallow bowl decorated with narrow and wide concentric band and for solid circles bordered by
Est.
$450
-
$700
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Roman grey-ware bowl: A Roman grey-ware bowl, 1st - 2nd Century AD, with narrow foot and a raised dot decoration around the shoulder. Two incised lines near the foot and the surfaces with remnants of grey slip beneath
Est.
$120
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$200
A Roman spouted jar with squat body: A Roman spouted jar, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, the squat body with remnants of gray slip and sits on three small tab feet, a small loop handle is opposite a narrow tube or spout which is aligned at
Est.
$250
-
$300
Lot Passed
SOLD
A pair of dainty Roman spindle bottles: A pair of dainty Roman spindle bottles, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, each well-crafted with glossy tan-orange surfaces, one with top dipped in black slip the second in red slip. H: 5 3/8 in (13.7 cm) and
Est.
$90
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$150
SOLD
A pair of Roman ceramic bottles: A pair of Roman ceramic bottles, c. 1st Century AD, the first is a large spindle bottle with wide foot and tall neck, L: 7 1/8 in (18.1 cm). The second is a nice unguent bottle with ovoid body and
Est.
$120
-
$180
SOLD
A Roman ceramic jug from the Holy Land: A Roman ceramic jug from the Holy Land, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, in crème-colored ware, the body rounded with narrow base, the neck narrows with collared rim and single ridged handle. H: 6 3/4 in
Est.
$150
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$200
A group of 4 Roman ceramic vessels: A group of 4 Roman ceramic vessels, c. 1st Century AD. Lot includes three spindle bottles and one cute unguentarium with old collection label on bottom noting it being from Taormina, near Mt. Etna on
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
A pair of ancient ceramic vessels: A pair of ancient ceramic vessels. Lot includes a Roman unguentarium, c. 1st Century AD, with ovoid body and long neck, H: 4 1/2 in (11.4 cm), the second is an interesting Colima spouted vessel with
Est.
$120
-
$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lot of 3 ancient ceramic vessels: A lot of 3 ancient ceramic vessels. Lot includes a Roman shallow bowl, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, D: 3 3/8 in (8.5 cm), a Middle Bronze Age jar, c. 2000 - 1550 BC, with carinated sides, 2 x 2 ¾ in (5
Est.
$120
-
$180
SOLD
A group of 4 Holy Land pottery objects: A group of 4 Holy Land pottery objects. Lot includes a nice little early Bronze Age juglet, c. 3150 - 2850 BC, with tall looping handle, H: 3 in (7.6 cm); A Bronze Age bowl, c. 3rd Millennium BC,
Est.
$180
-
$250
SOLD
A lot of 3 Greek black-ware pottery vessels: A lot of 3 Greek black-ware pottery vessels, c. 4th Century BC, including a footed and handled kothon, L: 5 3/4 in (14.6 cm), a cute olpe with ribbed body in imitation of metal ware, H: 2 3/4 in (6.9
Est.
$250
-
$450
SOLD
A group of 4 Greek black-ware pottery vessels: A group of 4 Greek black-ware pottery vessels, c. 4th Century BC, including two footed bowls/dishes and two cellars. Largest 5 3/8 in (13.7 cm) in diameter. One plate repaired, rest with antique
Est.
$180
-
$250
SOLD
A lot of 5 Greek black-ware pottery cellars: A lot of 5 Greek black-ware pottery cellars, 5th - 4th Century BC, with shallow bowls, wide rims and ring feet. Largest 4 1/2 in (11.4 cm) in diameter. Some with antique touch up to the black
Est.
$180
-
$250
SOLD
A lot of 3 Greek and Roman ceramic vessels: A lot of 3 Greek and Roman ceramic vessels. Lot includes a pair of Greek olpes, 4th - 3rd Century BC, the large with attractive looping handle. The last is a small Roman juglet, c. 1st- 4th Century
Est.
$180
-
$250
SOLD
A lot of 9 ancient pottery bowls: A lot of 9 ancient pottery bowls. Lot includes eight Greek bowls and cellars, c. 3rd - 1st Century BC, a few with remaining black slip. The balance is a pair of Roman bowls and the largest is perhaps
Est.
$180
-
$250
Large lot of Greek & Roman sherds: A large lot of Greek & Roman sherds. A mixed lot of pot sherds from various types of vessels and various forms of ware, some noting collection in Myrina. Also within the lot are scraps or iron,
Est.
$120
-
$150
Lot Passed
A pair of ancient ceramic lamps: A pair of ancient ceramic lamps. The first is a Hellenistic type, c. 2nd - 1st Century BC, with flat bottom, angled walls and a large spout with carbon deposits. 2 1/4 x 1 5/8 in (5.7 x 4.2 cm). The
Est.
$120
-
$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
Roman ceramic discus lamp depicting panther: A Roman ceramic discus lamp depicting panther, 1st Century AD, with head upturned, grape vine hanging overhead and a full vase or basket behind. The discus is set off by a border of ridges and
Est.
$250
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$400
SOLD
A beautiful Roman bronze lamp with stand: A beautiful Roman bronze lamp with stand, 1st - 2nd Century AD, with long nozzle with circular spout, the wick hole with indented sides. The fill-hole is fitted with original lid with nicely turned
Est.
$1,800
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$3,000
SOLD
A Roman provincial lamp with a cross: A Roman provincial lamp with a cross, Egypt, 4th Century AD, the large cross within the discus bordered by a wreath set on the shoulders. L: 3 3/8 in (8.6 cm). Light deposits. Ex London, UK private
Est.
$150
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$250
SOLD
A lot of 4 Late Roman/Byzantine ceramic lamps: A lot of 4 Late Roman/Byzantine ceramic lamps from the Holy Land, 5th - 6th Century AD, each ovoid with stylized palm-frond decoration in relief. Largest 4 in (10.2 cm). One with losses to bottom,
Est.
$250
-
$400
SOLD
A group of 3 Islamic glazed lamps: A group of 3 Islamic glazed lamps, 11th - 13th Century. The larger pinched lamp with restoration to part of the nozzle, the handle, part of the base, and stem. Restoration also to the handle of the
Est.
$90
-
$150
SOLD
A pair of Islamic, turquoise-glazed lamps: A pair of Islamic, turquoise-glazed lamps, c. 12th - 13th Century AD, the first on a pedestal base with trefoil pinched mouth, 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 in (7 x 7 cm), the second a triple-spouted lamp with
Est.
$60
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$80
A nice Roman green glass bottle: A nice Roman green glass bottle, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, the piriform body with lightly indented body, the long tubular neck with wide, flat rim. The vessel is well-preserved with good color and
Est.
$250
-
$400
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Roman glass unguentarium with long neck: A Roman glass unguentarium, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, the body bell-shaped with indented bottom, the long, slender neck topped with a lightly flared mouth possessing a rounded rim. H: 5 1/2 in (13.9
Est.
$100
-
$150
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
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
A Roman pale-green glass bottle: A Roman pale-green glass bottle, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, the body piriform with deeply indented base with pontil mark, the neck narrowed with widely flared rim with rim ground smooth. H: 3 1/4 in (8.3
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
A Roman candlestick unguentarium: A Roman candlestick unguentarium, 2nd - 3rd Century AD, a common form of perfume container originating during the 2nd century AD. The vessel is free-blown, the bell-shaped body with indented bottom.
Est.
$250
-
$450
Lot 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
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
A Roman golden yellow glass jar: A Roman golden yellow glass jar, 3rd - 4th Century AD, free-blown, the body round with indented bottom, the neck short with funnel mouth. H: 3 in (7.6 cm). Well-preserved with light deposits. Ex
Est.
$350
-
$500
Lot Passed
A tall Roman pale blue glass bottle: A tall Roman pale blue glass bottle, Eastern Mediterranean, 3rd - 4th Century AD, the body tall with indented bottom and tapering to a widely flared mouth with inward folded rim, a large handle to
Est.
$450
-
$600
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lovely Roman pale green glass footed beaker: A lovely Roman pale green glass footed beaker, Eastern Mediterranean, 4th - 5th Century AD, with slightly flared sides and rounded lip, a narrow horizontal trail of same color one-third the way down
Est.
$400
-
$600
SOLD
A group of fragmentary Roman glass bottles: A group of fragmentary Roman glass bottles, c. 1st - 4th Century AD, in a variety of shapes and colors. Ex Los Angeles private collection.
Est.
$60
-
$150
SOLD
A group of Roman glass bracelets and counters: A group of Roman glass bracelets and counters, c. 1st - 5th Century AD. Lot includes 3 Roman glass bracelets, one in translucent turquoise blue glass, another in opaque black glass and the third in
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A nice Byzantine multicolored glass bracelet: A nice Byzantine multicolored glass bracelet, c. 6th - 10th Century AD, comprised of a translucent light blue and colorless glass bangle with an outer trailed pattern in red, yellow, white and
Est.
$150
-
$250
SOLD
A lovely Roman mosaic glass face bead: A lovely Roman mosaic glass face bead, c. 1st - 2nd Century AD, perhaps manufactured in Egypt. The bead is rod-formed and wound with opaque glass in black with swirls if purple. The central band
Est.
$250
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$300
SOLD
A necklace composed of Roman glass beads: A necklace composed of Roman glass beads, c. 1st - 4th Century AD, in various shapes and colors, a few with colorful iridescence. A few of the beads are Islamic. L: 15 in (38.2cm). Ex collection of
Est.
$150
-
$200
A group of 7 ancient glass beads: A group of 7 ancient glass beads. Lot includes: A Roman glass eye bead, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD, with dark black core and lighter blue glass filling depressions, L: 13 mm; An antique cane millefiori
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A lot of 3 Greek and Roman bronze rings: A lot of 3 Greek and Roman bronze rings. Lot includes a Greek bronze ring with a sphinx, c. 4th Century BC, on the wide oval bezel, the human-headed winged sphinx pounces on another animal, perhaps a
Est.
$180
-
$250
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
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Near Eastern black steatite stamp seal: A Near Eastern black steatite stamp seal, c. 3rd Millennium BC, roughly oval shaped with domed back and large suspension loop, on base a pair of antelope, one leaping and the other grazing. 2.5 x 2.5
Est.
$120
-
$150
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
Est.
$120
-
$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
Near Eastern glazed seal and two bone cylinder: A large Near Eastern glazed seal and two bone cylinder seal/beads. The first is a large Near Eastern glazed cylinder seal, c. 2nd Millennium BC, with four registers of cross-hatching. L: 4.7cm.
Est.
$80
-
$120
SOLD
A lot of 3 Roman ring stones: A lot of 3 Roman ring stones, c. 1st - 3rd Century AD. Lot includes a Roman carnelian intaglio with the name 'Demetrius', in two lines written in Greek, (10 x 7 mm), the second is a chalcedony
Est.
$80
-
$120
SOLD
A lot of 4 bronze stamp seals: A lot of 4 bronze stamp seals. Lot includes a Near Eastern bronze stamp seal, c. 1000 - 600 BC, the handle rather elaborate with square base bearing an incised image of a lion, L: 26 mm, also a late
Est.
$120
-
$150
SOLD
A pair of Sasanian stamp seals: A pair of Sasanian stamp seals, c. 3rd - 6th Century AD, the first is a green chalcedony stamp seal depicting a humped bull, 12.5 x 1 0mm, the second is a hematite stamp seal depicting a lion, 10 x
Est.
$120
-
$150
A lot of 3 Sasanian intaglios: A lot of 3 Sasanian intaglios, c. 3rd - 6th Century AD. Lot include a large tan-grey chalcedony example depicting an antelope, 17x13 mm, a dark jasper stone depicting a seated figure holding a palm
Est.
$80
-
$150
Lot Passed
A heavy Islamic bronze stamp seal: A heavy Islamic bronze stamp seal, Eastern Mediterranean, c. 8th - 12th Century, oval in shape with Arabic text around the outside within a linear border; single line of text at center. 1 7/8 in x 1
Est.
$120
-
$150
Lot Passed
SOLD
A silver ring set with a Roman bronze coin: A silver ring set with a Roman bronze coin. The coin was struck under the Roman emperor Valens, AD 367 - 378, and features his portrait on one side and the emperor standing with a captive on the
Est.
$150
-
$200
SOLD
A silver coin of Alexander III, The Great: A silver coin of Alexander III, The Great, of Macedonia. Dating from 336 - 323 BC, the silver drachm depicts the head of Herakles clad in Nemean lion-skin headdress. The reverse depicts Zeus
Est.
$180
-
$250
SOLD
A Sabaean silver Athenian-type silver drachm: A Sabaean silver Athenian-type silver drachm, c. 3rd Century BC. Struck in the style of the famous Athenian tetradrachms and drachms which were stile circulating at the same type, this coin features
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
A mixed lot of 7 and Greek, Celtic & Roman coins: A mixed lot of 7 and Greek, Celtic & Roman coins. Lot includes a Greek silver fractional from Caria, 4th Century BC, a bronze from Skepsis, Troas, 4th Century BC, a bronze from Timoleon, tyrant of
Est.
$180
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$250
A group of 3 Roman silver coins: A group of 3 Roman silver coins. The first is a Roman Republican silver denarius of m. Plaetorius Cestianus, 67 BC, with turreted bust of Kybele rt. And a curule chair, (19 mm, 3.59g). The second is
Est.
$250
-
$400
Lot Passed
A nice group of 4 Roman silver coins: A nice group of 4 Roman silver coins. Lot includes a Roman Republican Denarius of P. Fonteius Capito, 55 BC, with head of Mars rt. / Warrior on horseback thrusting his spear at a Gaulish enemy who is
Est.
$250
-
$400
Lot Passed
A nice group of 4 Roman coins: A nice group of 4 Roman coins. Lot includes a bronze As of the emperor Hadrian, AD 117 - 138, with Annona on the reverse, (25 mm, 10.16g), a bronze Assarion of Septimius Severus, AD 193 - 211, struck
Est.
$180
-
$250
Lot Passed
A nice Bactrian calcite banded bowl: A nice Bactrian calcite banded bowl, c. 2500 - 1500 BC, with rounded bottom and carination, the rim wide and flat. Carved from attractive banded calcite. 2 1/2 x 4 1/8 in (6.3 x 10 cm). Light
Est.
$600
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$900
Lot Passed
A nice Gupta terracotta head: A nice Gupta terracotta head, India, 4th - 6th Century AD, with angular nose and large eyes, the hair indicated with heavy lines. H: 2 3/4 in (7 cm). Light deposits. Mounted on a custom wood base. Ex
Est.
$150
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$200
Lot Passed
SOLD
An attractive Indian terracotta Baroque Lady: An attractive Indian terracotta Baroque Lady, Shunga Period, c. 1st Century BC - 1st Century AD, hand-modelled, with flattened frontal part of the body, rounded buttocks, tapered legs together with
Est.
$500
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$800
SOLD
An Indian terracotta head from a Baroque Lady: An Indian terracotta head from a Baroque Lady, Shunga Period, c. 1st Century BC - 1st Century AD, hand-modelled, with large coffee-bean eyes, angular nose and layered hair with earrings, the
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A pair of Chinese glazed jars, Song Dynasty: A pair of Chinese glazed jars, Song Dynasty, 13th - 14th Century, each squat with wide, stable foot and narrow mouth, likely ink storage vessels. 2 3/8 x 4 in (6 x 10.2 cm) & 2 1/2 x 3 7/8 in (6.3 x
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A Chinese celadon jar or inkwell, Song Dynasty: A Chinese celadon jar or inkwell, Song Dynasty, 13th Century, with narrow foot and mouth. The glaze is beautifully preserved with an even, buttery texture. 2 5/8 x 3 1/8 in (6.7 x 7.9 cm). Ex Gagne
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A Chinese antique jade cicada: A Chinese antique jade cicada. The carved detailed and losses to the backend. Likely late 19th - early 20th Century, but possibly older. L: 2 in (5 cm).
Est.
$60
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$80
SOLD
A pair of large Ban Chiang ceramic vessels: A pair of large Ban Chiang ceramic vessels, Thailand, early period, c. 2100 - 900 BC, the first a rounded jar with flared pedestal base, the surfaces with corded design and horizontal groove below
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A group of 4 Ban Chiang vessels: A group of 4 Ban Chiang vessels, Thailand, early period, c. 2100 - 900 BC, and include a tall pedestal bowl with incised geometric design on sides, H: 6 1/2 x 5 1/4 in (16.5 x 13.3 cm), a footed bowl
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A lot of 4 Ban Chiang ceramic vessels: A lot of 4 Ban Chiang ceramic vessels, Thailand, early period, c. 2100 - 900 BC, and a heavy plain-ware cooking pot, 4 x 7 3/4 in (10.2 x 19.7 cm), a nice, red-slipped pedestal bowl with grooves
Est.
$120
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$200
SOLD
A group of 6 nice replica Egyptian figurines: A group of 6 nice replica Egyptian figurines. A nice mixed group, many older tourist pieces, fashioned from stone and composite materials and includes depictions of Amun, Osiris, Ptah, Horus, and
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A group of 5 Egyptian-style replica items: A group of 5 Egyptian-style replica items, including an amulet of Ptah, two amulets of cats, an amulet of an elephant and a plaque depicting Isis. Largest 3 1/4 x 1 1/16 in (8.3 x 2.7 cm). All are
Est.
$100
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$150
SOLD
A carved stone fish in ancient Egyptian-style: A carved stone fish in ancient Egyptian-style, likely mid-20th Century, the fish resembles a Nile Perch with deeply incised fins head and scales. 3 3/4 in x 2 1/2 in (9.5 x 6.4 cm).
Est.
$60
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$80
SOLD
A handsome Greek replica of the Piraeus Apollo: A handsome Greek replica of the Piraeus Apollo on marble base, the original an archaic Greek style bronze work from the 6th Century BC and located at the Archaeological Museum of Piraeus (Athens). A
Est.
$300
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$400
SOLD
A group of 4 Moldavite tektites, Czech Republic: 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
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A mixed group of 8 fossils: A mixed group of 8 fossils. Lot includes examples from Mason Creek formation in Illinois, c. 300 million years old, some lovely plant stems, a fossil shell and a piece of whale bone from Jamestown,
Est.
$50
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$70
SOLD
A group of large Arawak pottery shards: A group of large Arawak pottery shards, Jamaica, c. 13th - 15th Century, with original deposits. Largest 3 1/8 x 2 1/8 in (7.9 x 5.4 cm). Ex Robert F. Marx collection.
Est.
$50
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$80
An Inuit wooden drag handle: An Inuit wooden drag handle, c. 16th Century, carved in the shape of an animal head. L: 4 3/4 in (12.1 cm). Nicely patinated and found on St. Lawrence Island. Ex North Carolina private collection.
Est.
$90
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$120
Lot Passed
A Native American iron trade axe: A Native American iron trade axe, c. 19th - early 20th Century, said to be from a Sioux Village site, the wide blade with curved cutting edge. L: 6 in (15.2 cm). Oxide patina. Cf. Hothem's Indian
Est.
$80
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$120
Lot Passed
SOLD
An attractive pair of Navajo rugs: An attractive pair of Navajo rugs. The first is lovely Yei rug by Navajo weaver Marilyn Blackie, with sacred corn and standing figures. 18 3/4 x 12 in (47.5 x 30.4 cm). The second is rug with central
Est.
$250
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$400
A nice Navajo Wide Plains saddle rug: A nice Navajo Wide Plains saddle rug, c. 1970 - 1980's, of banded geometric design in shades of brown with white and black additions. 42 x 22 1/2 in (106.4 x 54.5 cm). Ex Montrose, California private
Est.
$250
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$350
Lot Passed
SOLD
A nice Colima-Pihuamo figure of a standing woman: A nice Colima-Pihuamo figure of a standing woman, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, wearing a skirt, with white over red slip and black painted details. H: 8 1/2 in (21.6 cm). Nice manganese deposits.
Est.
$200
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$250
SOLD
A Colima effigy figure of a person on a bed: A Colima effigy figure of a person on a bed, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, a pillow rests between the detailed head and a wide strap runs across the midsection securing the figure in place. An
Est.
$90
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$150
SOLD
A Chinesco Type C standing woman: A Chinesco Type C standing woman, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 200, with hands on sides of her belly, with red & black painted details over creme slip. H: 4 in (10.1 cm). Ex Southern California
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A nice Chinesco standing female figure: A nice Chinesco standing female figure, Mexico, c. 500 - 100 BC, a rare early type, the rounded head with domed headdress, the eyes slants and wearing ear spools, her feet bifurcated. H: 5 1/2 in (14
Est.
$120
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$150
SOLD
A large Chinesco fine-line flat bowl: A large Chinesco fine-line flat bowl, Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, the exterior decorated with geometric & floral design over creme slip. H: 2 1/2 in (6.3 cm); Dia: 10 1/2 in (26.7 cm). Ancient,
Est.
$250
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$350
SOLD
An attractive Nayarit seated figure: An attractive Nayarit seated figure, West Mexico, c. 200 BC - AD 200, depicted seated with hands crossed over his knees. Nicely modeled features with pierced eyes and beautiful mottled deposits over
Est.
$180
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$250
A cute Nayarit gourd vessel: A cute Nayarit gourd vessel, West Mexico, c. 100 BC - AD 250, with four small protuberances around the shoulders, the squat body with beautiful red-orange slips with vertical white additions. H: 2
Est.
$150
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$250
Lot Passed
SOLD
A Pre-Classic ceramic head of a deity: A Pre-Classic ceramic head of a deity, West Mexico, c. 300 BC - AD 300, hand-modeled with large oval eyes, prominent nose and wearing ear spools 2.5 x 2.7 cm. Light deposits, mounted on a custom
Est.
$50
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$90
SOLD
A nice pre-Classic figure from Mexico: A nice pre-Classic figure from Mexico, c. 800 - 300 BC, with head in Olmec-style and arms across the mid-section. Nice mottled brown surfaces. H: 2 5/8 in (6.7 cm). Mottled deposits. Ex St. Paul, MN
Est.
$180
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$250
SOLD
A nice terracotta head fragment, Teotihuacan: A nice terracotta head fragment, Teotihuacan, AD 400 - 650, with attractive feathered headdress. 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 in (8.9 x 8.9 cm). Also included is a second Pre-Columbian terracotta head, c. 300 BC -
Est.
$80
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$120
A large Narino bullet-shaped amphora: A large Narino bullet-shaped amphora, Colombia, c. AD 1000 - 1500, decorated with black resist geometric designs over red & creme slip. H: 25 in (63.3 cm). A couple restored breaks to lower part of
Est.
$450
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$600
Lot Passed
SOLD
A group of 3 Jamacoaque-Guangala figures: A group of 3 Jamacoaque-Guangala figures, Ecuador, c. 300 BC - AD 600, with good detail and remnants of green, red and ochre pigments. Heights: 6 in, 6 1/2 in & 7 3/4 in. Ex Dr. John Hilsabeck
Est.
$90
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$120
An attractive Valdivian female bust: An attractive Valdivian female bust, c. 3000 - 1200 BC, with characteristic rounded hair or headdress and sunken features, the surfaces with nice red-brown slip. H: 2 5/16 in (5.8 cm). Missing below
Est.
$180
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$300
Lot Passed
SOLD
A large collection of 20 Manteno spindle whorls: A large collection of 20 Manteno spindle whorls from Ecuador, c. AD 500 – 1500, each well-preserved and decorated with animal, avian, floral and geometric decorations in contrasting dark brown
Est.
$120
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$200