Ancient Siamese / Khmer Lopburi Natural Banded Agate Black & White Pectoral Bead Talisman - 55 mm (No Reserve Price)

A natural banded agate pectoral bead talisman from the ancient Siamese / Khmer Lopburi culture.

First Millennium AD.

In good condition. It has been cleaned in a tumbler, so its surface is shiny and smooth, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting , carving and grinding . The holes are ancient, hand-made, irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface.

Purchased mid 90's in Paris by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.

Important information :

The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.

Provenance :

This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.

Publications :

More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.