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View translationWestern Asiatic Rock Crystal Animal Bead (No Reserve Price)
No. 89063497
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. Some scratches and minor dark encrustations feature on the surface. Minor chipping to the base. 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 1.1cm x W 1.1cm x H 0.7cm
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. Some scratches and minor dark encrustations feature on the surface. Minor chipping to the base. 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 1.1cm x W 1.1cm x H 0.7cm
Provenance: Ex S.M. Collection, London, Mayfair, acquired 1970s-90s.
Seller's Story
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Very nice
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View translationUnfortunately from UK to Italy clearance fees and bureaucracy made the price totally inappropriate and the procedute too heavy.
View translationBeautiful items and perfect package; very professional service, but, unfortunately, Brexit makes clearance fees too high and customs bureaucracy too heavy.
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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.