Ancient to Modern World Antiquities

Original 1945 Pablo Picasso "Femme Debout" Bronze#8/10

Fabulous 1923 Mason & Hamlin Model A Grand Piano- Docum

Sumerian Bust of Female Fertility Figure (Astarte)

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Chelsea, MI, United States

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Ancient to Modern World Antiquities

Merkel's Auction Specialists, Inc.

Curation of multiple fine collections including Ancient Pottery, Modern Art, Fine Carpets, Fine Jewelry & Coins, and other items of desire.

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High Handle Cathcolithic/Early Bronze Age Cup w/ Red: High Handle Cathcolithic/Early Bronze Age Cup w/ Red Slip. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details. All photographed paperwork included. ** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired

0001: High Handle Cathcolithic/Early Bronze Age Cup w/ RedEst. $500-$1,000

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Iron Age Beer Pitcher: Iron Age Beer Pitcher 5.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details. ** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor Benjamin Darsky (Former University of

0002: Iron Age Beer PitcherEst. $500-$1,000

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Late Bronze-Iron Age Grey & white decorated pitcher: Late Bronze-Iron Age. Grey and white decorated pitcher (Byblos) 8.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor

0003: Late Bronze-Iron Age Grey & white decorated pitcherEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Iron Age 2 Handle Jar w/ Red Slip: Iron Age 2 Handle Jar w/ Red Slip. 13.5 in. H x 9.5 in D. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor Benjamin Darsky (Former

0004: Iron Age 2 Handle Jar w/ Red SlipEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Late Bronze-Iron Age Pilgrim Flask: Late Bronze-Iron Age Pilgrim Flask w/ incised decoration. 11.5 in. H x 7.75 in. D. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor

0005: Late Bronze-Iron Age Pilgrim FlaskEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Painted Luggage Handle Teapot: Early Bronze I Age Painted Luggage Handle Teapot 6.5 in High. Fine Decorative Red lines around this pot. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all

0006: Early Bronze I Age Painted Luggage Handle TeapotEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Painted High Spout Teapot: Early Bronze I Age Painted High Spout Teapot with Ledge-Ear Handles. 4.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor

0007: Early Bronze I Age Painted High Spout TeapotEst. $1,000-$2,000

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0008: Early Bronze I Age Painted High Spout TeapotEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Red Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed Jar: Early Bronze I Age, High-Mouthed Jar with Pierced Lug Handles and intricate Red Cross Hatched decoration. 4.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1

0009: Early Bronze I Age Red Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed JarEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Red Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed Jar: Early Bronze I Age High-Mouthed Jar with Pierced Lug Handles and Red Cross Hatched line decoration. 5.25 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47

0010: Early Bronze I Age Red Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed JarEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Red Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed Jar: Early Bronze I Age High-Mouthed Jar with Pierced Lug Handles and Red Cross Hatched decoration lines. 5.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through

0011: Early Bronze I Age Red Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed JarEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed Jars: Early Bronze I Age High-Mouthed Jars with Pierced Lug Handles and Cross Hatched decoration lines. 4.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47

0012: Early Bronze I Age Cross Hatched, High-Mouthed JarsEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Iron Age/Cypriot Juglet w/ Red & Black Bullseye Design: Iron Age/Cypriot Juglet w/ Red & Black Bullseye Design, 4.5 in. H. Very Intricate and pleasing decoration. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were

0013: Iron Age/Cypriot Juglet w/ Red & Black Bullseye DesignEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze I Age Cross Hatched Spouted Bowl: Early Bronze I Age Spouted Bowl with Cross Hatched Decoration. 3.5 in. H x 6.5 in. Deep. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by

0014: Early Bronze I Age Cross Hatched Spouted BowlEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Middle Bronze I Age Bi-Conical, Polychrome Pitcher: Middle Bronze I Age Bi-Conical, Polychrome Pitcher. 11 in. H x 10 in. Wide. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor

0015: Middle Bronze I Age Bi-Conical, Polychrome PitcherEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Middle Bronze II Age Storage Jar with Envelope: Middle Bronze II Age Storage Jar with Envelope Ledge-Ear Handles. 17.5 in. H x 16 in. Wide. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by

0016: Middle Bronze II Age Storage Jar with EnvelopeEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Middle Bronze II Age Juglet, Black Glaze, Bab-ed Dhra: Middle Bronze II Age Juglet, Black Glaze, Bab-ed Dhra Ware, Brushed 6 in. H x 5 in. Wide. A Lovely Example in very fine condition. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note**

0017: Middle Bronze II Age Juglet, Black Glaze, Bab-ed DhraEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Middle Bronze II Age, Juglet, Red-Brown Glaze, Bab-ed: Middle Bronze II Age, Juglet, Red-Brown Glaze, Bab-ed Dhra Ware, Brushed 6 in. H x 5 in. Wide. Very similar to prior lot, just a in a different glaze coloration. See attached photos as evidence of

0018: Middle Bronze II Age, Juglet, Red-Brown Glaze, Bab-edEst. $1,000-$2,000

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0019: Northern Canaanite Astarte goddess FigureEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Sumerian Bust of Female Fertility Figure (Astarte): Sumerian Bust of Female Fertility Figure (Astarte) 2.75 in. H. This figurine most likely can be dated sometime within the Ur III through the Isin- Larsa Mesopotamian periods (c. 2100-1800 BC)

0019A: Sumerian Bust of Female Fertility Figure (Astarte)Est. $1,000-$2,000

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Middle Bronze Age Tel el Yahudiyeh Juglet: Middle Bronze Age Tel el Yahudiyeh Juglet with Perforated Design, & Black Glaze 4.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired

0020: Middle Bronze Age Tel el Yahudiyeh JugletEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze Age I Cup w/ Red Stripes on Buff Clay: Early Bronze Age I Cup w/ Red Stripes on Buff Clay, 3.5 in. High. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor Benjamin Darsky

0021: Early Bronze Age I Cup w/ Red Stripes on Buff ClayEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Early Bronze II Krater Chalice Red Slip w/ Red Burnish: Early Bronze II Period (2900-2650 BC) Clay Krater Chalice Red Slip w/ Red Burnish. A few chips on the edge of upper rim. 6.75 in. H x 7.5 in. D. This was purchased from 10 King David Antiques LTD

0022: Early Bronze II Krater Chalice Red Slip w/ Red BurnishEst. $1,000-$2,000

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Middle Bronze I Age Jar with Ledge Envelope Handles: Middle Bronze I Age Jar with Ledge Envelope Handles 11 in. H x 11 in. Wide. See attached photos as evidence of condition and details.** Note** Lots 1 through 47 were all acquired by Professor

0023: Middle Bronze I Age Jar with Ledge Envelope HandlesEst. $1,000-$2,000

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