Magnifique et rare objet song, avec certificat d'authenticité, très bien protégé, envoi rapide. Merci beaucoup !
View translationWestern Asiatic Rock Crystal Animal Bead (No Reserve Price)
No. 88175713
A delicate Western Asiatic amuletic bead in the shape of a recumbent animal, shaped like a turtle. Carved from translucent rock crystal, the short limbs are splayed in four directions from a round body. A smaller round form rests on top of the body, representing the head. The piece shows a crack that goes across the body. Some scratches and minor dark encrustations feature on the surface. The piece is pierced longitudinally for suspension.
On top of gold, stones such as carnelian, turquoise or rock crystal were used for jewellery. In particular, the latter was appreciated for its delicate transparency, and further used in objects such as vessels or tools. Representations of animals comprised a large portion of the Ancient Near Eastern artistic repertoire. Specifically, images of wild animals and creatures considered dangerous or powerful appear in all periods of ancient Near Eastern art, dating back to the Neolithic period. Lions, together with bulls, became especially prominent and were used to express the power of rulers and deities.
Measurements: L 1.4cm x W 1.4cm x H 0.9cm
Provenance: Ex S.M. Collection, London, Mayfair, acquired 1970s-90s.
Seller's Story
A delicate Western Asiatic amuletic bead in the shape of a recumbent animal, shaped like a turtle. Carved from translucent rock crystal, the short limbs are splayed in four directions from a round body. A smaller round form rests on top of the body, representing the head. The piece shows a crack that goes across the body. Some scratches and minor dark encrustations feature on the surface. The piece is pierced longitudinally for suspension.
On top of gold, stones such as carnelian, turquoise or rock crystal were used for jewellery. In particular, the latter was appreciated for its delicate transparency, and further used in objects such as vessels or tools. Representations of animals comprised a large portion of the Ancient Near Eastern artistic repertoire. Specifically, images of wild animals and creatures considered dangerous or powerful appear in all periods of ancient Near Eastern art, dating back to the Neolithic period. Lions, together with bulls, became especially prominent and were used to express the power of rulers and deities.
Measurements: L 1.4cm x W 1.4cm x H 0.9cm
Provenance: Ex S.M. Collection, London, Mayfair, acquired 1970s-90s.
Seller's Story
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Thank you ++++
View translationProdusul este foarte bun, la fel si pretul de achixitie. In schimb fotmalitatile vamale in Romania sunt complicate.
View translationnice pieces, thank you!
View translationAmazing pieces of art
View translationThe item arrived after a short time, and was packed very good, with a little box to the item itself. Very good experience with the seller.
View translationbien arrivé, bien emballé, conforme. petits formats
View translationPrachtig flesje. Zorgvuldig Verzonden.
View translationVielen Dank, Wunderschöne Objekte, Professionell verpackt und gut Geschützt. Super schnelle Lieferung. Ich bin sehr zufrieden.
View translationParfait! Merci...
View translationExtremely quick delivery and the objects were sent together.
View translationVenditore super veloce nella spedizione. Qualche problema logistico con il corriere FedEx ma fortunatamente tutto è andato bene. Merce favolosa come da aspettative
View translationGod quality. Fast delivery
View translationPrachtig flesje. Zorgvuldig Verzonden met duidelijke papieren.
View translationLa montre avait un problème avec la date. Maintenant ça marche. Après c'est plus beau en photo qu'en vrai.
View translationCumplió muy bien con las expectativas esperadas , lo que no ha llegado es la tarjeta de la garantía que indica el catálogo. Espero respuesta gracias
View translationMerci au vendeur pour la livraison rapide et bien emballé.
View translationExcelent. very very good,very recommened+++++:)
View translationEverything was ok with the Roman collar. It was a present and my friend was delightful with it. The only thing is the IMPORT TAXES from UK to Spain. This affected to final price and the delivery time.
View translationperfect, even better than in picture
View translationAlways perfect.
View translationOttima ditta: moneta arrivata perfettamente. La busta esterna imbottita, busta interna con tutte le documentazioni. altra busta esterna DDT con tutto quello che concerne la spedizione e l'acquisto.
View translationSuper Verkäufer, wunderschön Artikel tolle Qualität Sehr gerne wieder
View translationParfait! Merci...
View translationMagnifiquement emballé et rapidement reçu. très bel objet d'un ancien temps . Merci
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Magnifique et rare objet song, avec certificat d'authenticité, très bien protégé, envoi rapide. Merci beaucoup !
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The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.
The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.