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Ca. AD 1 - 200. A heavy bronze chariot fitting with two curving lateral projections and a central rectangular body. At the top, a stylised horse’s head emerges with almond-shaped eyes, a ridged mane, and flared nostrils.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 19738, Antiquities, Lot. 41; Size: 140mm x 115mm; Weight: 750gProvenance: Private London collection; formerly in South German private collection 1980s-early1990s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. 700 BC. A solid free-standing bronze figurine of a bull with slender legs, a compact body, and a raised hump over the shoulders. The head is rendered with forward-projecting horns, rounded ears, and a short snout.For similar see: W. Seipel, EFES Artemisionu, Bir Tanricanin Kustal Mekan, 2008, p. 298, Res. 6.Size: 37mm x 51mm; Weight: 38gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.

Ca. AD 200 - 500.A bronze brooch in the form of a stylised horse depicted in profile with clearly delineated legs, arched neck, and short, upright mane. The body is decorated with incised geometric patterns, including dots and lines along the harness and saddle area. The reverse side retains mounting elements: two projecting loops and a rounded catchplate.For similar see: M. Bolla, Animali di bronzo del Museeo archeologico al teatro Romano di Verona, 2021, Cat.104.Size: 28mm x 41mm; Weight: 13gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 1 - 200. A bronze figure of a horse standing atop an integral rectangular plinth. The body is rendered in a simplified, stylised form with an arched neck, straight back, and elongated legs. The head is upright with well-defined ears, circular eyes, and a short, blunt snout. Incised lines along the neck, torso, and legs suggest harnessing. The tail hangs downwards and attaches to the inner thigh, leaving a small perforated aperture. The horse is mounted on a stepped, trapezoidal base with chamfered edges and four small feet at the corners.For similar see: The Penn Museum, Object Number: 48-2-115.Size: 50mm x 40mm; Weight: 50gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.

A BRONZE OF AN ANGRY PHEASANT STARTLED BY A LIZARD. mounted on marble base. 55cm H x 70cm L.

A COLLECTION OF SILVER & BRONZE AGE COMICS (QTY). Mostly Marvel and DC. Including Green Lantern #2, Fantastic Four #113 (first appearance of Over-Mind), Justice League, Atom and Hawkman, Hulk, Nick Fury #1-2, Sub-Mariner #4, Spectre! #1-4, The Phantom Stranger #1-2, Chamber of Darkness #1, Thor, Batman #197, Avengers #49 (first appearance of Typhon), Captain Marvel #1-2, Forever People #1, Mister Miracle, New Gods #1, Ka-Zar #1-2, Aquaman, among others.

GRECO ROMAN STYLE BRONZE COFFEE TABLE BASE. With cabriole supports with mask detail and paw feet 109cm w x 56cm d x 50 cm t, marble top lacking.

A PAIR OF LATE 19TH CENTURY BRASS ANDIRONS AND A BRONZE PLANTER. the andirons ornately cast with figural fronts, 60cm high, 136cm max width, 12cm deep; the planter probably late 19th / early 20th century, ornately cast, measuring 19cm high, 48cm wide, 28cm deep.

A TIFFANY STYLE TABLE LAMP. the stained glass leaded shade of globular form, raised on three cherubs in bronze finish, circular base, 44cm high, 20cm diameter.

VERNON MARCH (BRITISH 1891-1930). BRONZE "PSYCHE DISCOVERING CUPID". Exhibited Royal Academy 1909 No.1670, signed and dated 1909. 37cm H x 30cm L x 27cm W. Bears paper label to base. Along with a sales invoice from K. Chappell Antiques and Fine Art dated 3rd May 1988.

FOUR BRONZE FIGURES OF ZHOU CANG The tallest example modelled standing and stroking his beard, standing on a circular base with six character seal mark; two similar examples standing on square base, and a smaller hollow-formed example, Qing dynasty and later 8cm to 11cm high 103g, 209g, 212g, 386g This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

TWO BRONZE FIGURES OF GUANDI Both of a similar type, modelled seated wearing robe over armour, right hand stroking attached copper beard plaits, one example with traces of gilding, Qing dynasty 9cm and 10cm high 288g and 229g Condition Information: One example is missing one of four beard plaits This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A GROUP OF THREE BRONZE FIGURES OF GUANDI The tallest example modelled seated on throne with curved sides, wearing robe over armour and large headdress; a medium sized example wearing dragon decorated robe; and a small example standing on flat base, all hollow cast, Qing dynasty 6.5cm, 10cm, and 12.5cm high 108g, 234g, and 368g Condition Information: The tallest example has a partially broken right hand, and the medium sized example is missing his beard plaits. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A BRONZE FIGURE OF LIU HAI Modelled standing wearing robe, a bag strung across his shoulder, his hands reaching out as if to hold a string of coins, late Ming dynasty 23cm high 1515g Condition Information: His fore-finger has a slight crack, and he does not stand upright This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A BRONZE FIGURE OF A MYTHICAL BEAST Hollow formed bronze modelled standing on all fours and facing to the side 10.5cm long For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.

ASIAN ART CATALOGUES - ESKENAZI, CROES, LITTLETON & HENNESSY Comprising: Littleton & Hennessy: Chinese Ceramics, 2004; The Imperial Studio, 2009; Two Masterpieces of Yuan Art 2011; The Art of Scent, 2010; New Perspectives on Chinese Furniture; Eskenazi: Chinese Works of Art from the Stoclet Collection, 2003; Gisele Croes: Treasures from the Shang and a Selection of Ritual Objects, 2001; Ritual Objects and Early Buddhist Art, 2004; Inspired Metalwork, 2006; Untitled catalogue, 2008; Ancient Chinese Treasures, 2010; Matter and Memory, 2012; Oriental Arts UK, New York Asia Week, 2002; Sydney L. Moss, The Second Bronze Age, Later Chinese Metalwork, 1991 (14) For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.

A SOUTH EAST ASIAN BRONZE RAIN DRUM 19th Century or earlier, circular form with waisted sides, two loop handles to each side, the top decorated in central 12 ray star bordered by animals, mythical beasts, and geometric bands, the sides with similar geometric patterns 46cm wide, 25cm high Condition Information: For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.

A PARCEL GILT SEATED BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Modelled wearing flowing robe and futou hat, seated with legs apart and holding his belt, extant gilding, Ming dynasty, circa 16th/17th century 17.5cm high 817g This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A BRONZE TRIPOD CENSER AND COVER Circular censer with banded sides and archaistic figural ring lugs, reticulated hardwood cover with jade finial, standing on three bulbous curved feet, apocryphal Xuande marks to base 14cm wide, 12cm high For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.

A BRONZE DRAGON-HANDLED HU-FORM VASE Yuan style vase with rounded body and waisted neck, a pair of dragon handles, ridged mouth and foot rim 43cm high For a condition report or further images please email hello@hotlotz.com at least 48 hours prior to the closing date of the auction. This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.

A STANDING BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Solid cast bronze, modelled wearing a floating celestial scarf and robe over armour, his left hand stroking his bears and right hand holding guandao polearm, circa 18th century 18.5cm high 2115g Condition Information: There are soldering repairs in two places to his upper scarf This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A STANDING BRONZE FIGURE OF A GUANDI Modelled standing with hands held together under a flowing robe, wearing futou hat, probably 19th century 22.5cm high 714g Condition Information: There are occasional faint patches of verdigris This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A SEATED BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Modelled wearing robe and futou headdress, left hand raised to chest plate and right hand facing down toward the earth, the robe decorated with incised foliage and bird to back, standing on footed kang-like base, late Ming dynasty circa 16th/17th century 22.5cm high 1342g Condition Information: The rear feet are missing from the base This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A SEATED BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Modelled seated and tilted left, wearing armour with deep cast features, hands at hips and right leg raised, standing on four feet, late Ming dynasty, 16th/17th century 27.5cm high 1.95kg Condition Information: One foot has cracked and been re-glued, another foot has partially cracked and also been glued. There is considerable verdigris This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A POLISHED BRONZE TRIPOD CENSER Compressed circular form censer with two loop handles, with apocryphal Xuande mark to base, circa late 19th/early 20th century 12.5cm wide, 8cm highCondition Report: General scuffs and wear, generally good conditon.  This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale without disclosing the identity of the owner.

A SEATED BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Modelled wearing armour and seated on throne, hands at hips and one foot raised, the other rested on tiger rug, with extant traces of lacquer, late Ming dynasty 16th/17th century 23cm high 1665g Condition Information: One rear foot from the base is missing and the other has begun to show cracking This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A SEATED BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Modelled wearing armour and futou headdress, hands at hips and clenched right fist, late Ming dynasty circa 16th/17th century 17.5cm high 1113g This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF GUAN PING Modelled standing wearing armour, hands raised in gesture, hollow cast with chased features, 18th century 12.5cm high 356g Additional Information: For a similar example see; Bonhams, London, 7th November 2019, Fine Chinese Art, lot.8 (part lot) Condition Report: Some wear to the gliding in areas, some general age related wear.  This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A SEATED BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANDI Heavily cast model, wearing armour and futou headdress, right hand in clenched fist and right leg raised, extant traces of coloured lacquer, late Ming dynasty, 16th/17th century 27cm high 3.9kg This is an auction of preowned and antique items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use. We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid. Condition reports are provided as a goodwill gesture and are our general assessment of damage and restoration. Whilst care is taken in their drafting, they are for guidance only. We will not be held responsible for oversights concerning damage or restoration. Ownership Statement: This item is offered for sale in the name of the owner, Kim Thuay Neo.

A small bronze Chinese Deity.

A small bronze bird on branch.

A pair of Victorian bronze horse door stops.

A pair of 19th century Japanese bronze spill vases decorated with birds. Height 28cm

A small bronze eagle.

A bronze bust of a male.

An early bronze ewer decorated with busts and scrolls, possibly continental.

André Masson - La Possédée, 1953Bronze sculpture with black patina, numbered 1/12, monogrammed, with the foundry mark and the gallery stamp on the left side. Foundry: Brustolin, Verona. Cast from 1987. Ref.: Roger Passeron: André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin 1987, p. 279, fig. 174 (with ill, different cast).. Good condition, 38 x 42 x 18 cm.Sculpture en bronze à patine noire, numérotée 1/12, monogrammée, avec la marque du fondeur et le cachet de la galerie sur le côté gauche. Fonderie : Brustolin, Vérone. Fonte de 1987. Réf. : Roger Passeron : André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin 1987, p. 279, fig. 174 (avec ill., fonte différente). Bon état, 38 x 42 x 18 cm.

André Masson - La Chrysalide, 1942Bronze sculpture with brown patina, numbered 2/8, monogrammed, with the foundry mark and the gallery stamp on the side to the right. Foundry: Fonderia Tesconi Pietrasanta. Cast from 1986/87. Ref.: Roger Passeron: André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin 1987, p. 94, no. 9, fig. 34 (with ill, different cast). Good condition, 65 x 42 x 33 cm .Sculpture en bronze à patine brune, numérotée 2/8, monogrammée, avec la marque du fondeur et le cachet de la galerie sur le côté droit. Fonderie : Fonderia Tesconi Pietrasanta. Fonte de 1986/87. Réf. : Roger Passeron : André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin 1987, p. 94, n° 9, fig. 34 (avec ill., fonte différente). Bon état, 65 x 42 x 33 cm.

LIU BOLIN (Né en 1973)New Beijing, New starting point.Sculpture en bronze doré.Signée et numérotée.Edité à 25 exemplaires30 x 23 x 19 cm

André Masson - Éclosion, 1943Bronze sculpture with dark patina, numbered 4/8, monogrammed, with the foundry mark and the gallery stamp on the lower right side. Foundry: Brustolin, Verona. Cast from 1986/87. Ref.: Roger Passeron: André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin 1987, p. 123, no. 16, fig. 70 (with ill, different cast). Good condition, 69 x 45 x 45 cm.Sculpture en bronze à patine foncée, numérotée 4/8, monogrammée, avec la marque du fondeur et le cachet de la galerie en bas à droite. Fonderie : Brustolin, Vérone. Fonte de 1986/87. Réf. : Roger Passeron : André Masson. Catalogue général des sculptures, Turin 1987, p. 123, n° 16, fig. 70 (avec ill., fonte différente). Bon état, 69 x 45 x 45 cm.

Ca. AD 1250 - 1325 . A shield-shaped bronze horse harness pendant with a suspension loop at the top. The front is decorated with the heraldic arms of the de Bohun family: a diagonal bend running from the upper left to lower right, with six stylised lions rampant — three above and three below the bend. The background retains traces of dark blue enamel.For similar see: The Victoria and Albert Museum, Accession Number: M.14-1989.Size: 35mm x 22mm; Weight: 7gProvenance: Private UK collection; Ex. J.P. Collection, Essex. UK art market since the 1990s.

Ca. 500 - 300 BC.A pair of bronze appliqués depicting recumbent horned animals, each with a rectangular hollow mount on the reverse for attachment. One figure presents a stylised deer with large eyes, a ridged mane, and sharply angled legs tucked beneath its body. The other shows a similarly posed animal with coiled scroll-like elements along its back and short, rounded antlers. Both figures are compact in form with flattened sides and finely modelled facial features.M. Bolla, Animali di bronzo del Museeo archeologico al teatro Romano di Verona, 2021, Cat.109.Size: 38mm x 50mm; Weight: 65gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 600 - 800. A miniature applique in cast bronze, depicting the bull of St. Luke with nice horns and ears splayed out from the top of its head, and lifelike eyes. At the top of the head, a lunar crescent is positioned within a cross, and on the sides, two rings are present to attach it to the wooden furniture or the saddle leather. Size: 100mm x 75mm; Weight: 125g Provenance: Private UK collection, acquired on the Dutch art market. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. 1000 BC. A set composed of two solid cast bronze horses and a single cart element. Both horses are similarly stylised, with elongated necks, pointed muzzles, and straight legs. The cart is formed of a narrow shaft between two circular wheels.Size: 20-27mm x 42-54mm; Weight: 50gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.

Ca. 202 BC - AD 220.A polychrome terracotta rooster with a hollow body, incised wings, and a layered tail. The head is held upright, with a prominent comb, wattles, and closed beak. Mounted on separately cast bronze legs with webbed feet.Size: L:160mm / W:160mm ; 490gProvenance: UK private collection; formerly acquired in the early 1990s in Hong Kong. This piece has been precisely dated using a thermoluminescence analysis carried out by Ralf Kotalla. The report will accompany the lot.

Ca. AD 500 - 700. A gilt-bronze brooch in the form of a bird with a broad tail and sharply curved beak. The eye is rendered as a concentric circular motif, and the wing is modelled as a raised panel extending along the upper body. The beak is bordered by a series of punched dots. The reverse is fitted with a pin lug and catch plate.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number AF.527.a.; 1867,0729.35Size: 23mm x 13mm; Weight: 3gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. AD 1000 - 1100. A circular bronze brooch decorated in cloisonné technique with a central motif of a four-petalled flower formed in opaque white inlay, set against a background of alternating deep and pale blue glass segments arranged radially. The design is enclosed within a raised border with a projecting lug on each side. The reverse preserves the remains of the catchplate and pin mechanism.For similar see: British Museum Museum number1996,0902.1Size: 21.6mm x 21.5mm; Weight: 5.26gProvenance: From the private collection of an Essex gentleman; previously in an old British Collection, formed in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 500 - 700. A gilt-bronze brooch in the form of a stylised bird with a short tail and curved beak. The body is decorated with fine incised lines and punctate marks along the underbelly. A pink cabochon is set into the eye socket. The reverse is fitted with a pin lug and catch plate.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number AF.527.a.Size: 30mm x 13mm; Weight: 3gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. 1000 - 800 BC. A collection of three bronze arrowheads, each with a broad triangular blade and deep side notches forming pronounced barbs. Each head is set on a long tapering tang for shaft attachment.For similar see: O. W. Muscarella, Bronze and Iron, Ancient Near Eastern Artifacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Cat. 76 - 89, p. 61 - 63.Size: 130-140mm x 20-22mm; Weight: 60gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 900 - 1000. A collection of four bronze belt fittings, each rectangular in form and cast in low relief. The pieces depict a range of figural and zoomorphic motifs, including winged and horned quadrupeds as well as a frontal bust. The borders are decorated with beaded or incised frames, and some include piercings for attachment.For similar see: British Museum Museum number1859,1129.35; 1854,0519.165Size: 26.5-28.4mm x 31-38.9mm; Weight: 48.8gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.

Ca. 1000 - 800 BC. A bronze sword with a long blade cast separately and fitted into a hilt with a crescent-shaped guard, ribbed grip, and D-shaped pommel. The blade has a central midrib and tapers evenly to a pointed tip.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 5524, Axel Guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, Part II, Lot. 36Size: 420mm x 70mm; Weight: 445gProvenance: Private London collection; Ex. J. Mikas collection Paris, 1960s-70s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Ca. 2000 - 1700 BC. A bronze idol cast in abstract anthropomorphic form. The figure stands upright with an elongated body, short horizontal arms, and a prominent conical headdress. Facial features are faintly modelled, including a prominent nose.For similar see: The British Museum, Museum number E12542.Size: 114mm x 32mm; Weight: 54.4gProvenance: Private UK collection; previously acquired on the Holland art market in the 1990s.

Ca. 1500 - 1200 BC.A pendant formed from a single rod of bronze wound into two symmetrical spirals, joined at the centre by a looped extension.For similar see: A. M. Bietti Sestieri, E. Macnamara, Prehistoric Metal Artefacts from Italy (3500 - 720BC) in the British Museum, 2007, Cat. 614, 615, p. 238.Size: 32mm x 67mm; Weight: 21gProvenance: Property of an Oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old Canadian collection of F. N., Ontario, formed in the 1980s.

Ca. AD 900 - 1200.A nearly square bronze-gilt plaquette with a repoussé owl in frontal view, with a rounded body, incised wings, almond-shaped eyes, and a hooked beak. The reverse is hollow.Size: 19mm x 17mm; Weight: 8gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000.Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.

Ca. 1100 - 800 BC. A collection of three bronze vessels. The one on the left has a flaring body and a neck with a slightly everted rim. The middle one has a rounded body and a funnel-shaped neck. The rightmost has a wide, globular body and splayed rim.Size: 80-90mm x 100-125mm; Weight: 575gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.

Ca. 1000 - 800 BC. A collection of three bronze arrowheads, each with an elongated, triangular-shaped blade featuring prominent midrib and short barbed shoulders. Each is fitted with a solid tang for attachment.For similar see: O. W. Muscarella, Bronze and Iron, Ancient Near Eastern Artifacts in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Cat. 76 - 89, p. 61 - 63.Size: 120-135mm x 20-22mm; Weight: 95gProvenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1990s.

Ca. AD 500 - 700. A gilt-bronze belt applique of elongated, symmetrical form with a central vertical ridge pierced by three circular rivet holes. The surface is decorated with an interlaced pattern, forming a mirrored composition. Four small holes at the corners suggest attachment points for securing to a strap or textile.For similar see: British Museum Museum number 1939,1010.17; K. Reynolds Brown,The Migration Art, 1995, 300 - 800 AD, f. 74, p. 50.Size: 47mm x 15mm; Weight: 10gProvenance: London collection; Ex. Mayfair collection, acquired from an Ancient Art gallery; formerly acquired on the London art market pre-2000. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.Reviewed by Sami Fortune, an ancient jewellery specialist.

Ca. 1500 - 900 BC. A leaf-shaped bronze spearhead with a broad, symmetrical blade flaring gently from the tip. A pronounced central midrib runs down the length of the blade and merges with a socketed base.Size: 310mm x 40mm; Weight: 215gProvenance: Private London collection; Ex. J. Mikas collection, Paris 1960s-1970s.

Ca. 1000 - 800 BC. A pair of bronze daggers, each with a narrow, tapering blade and a flanged hilt that expands slightly into flared, rounded terminal.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 5524, Axel Guttmann collection of ancient arms and armours, Part II, Lot. 36.Size: 305-320mm x 20-25mm; Weight: 155gProvenance: Private London collection; Ex. J. Mikas collection, Paris 1960s-1970s.

Ca. 3rd - 2nd millennium BC.A dark stone cylinder seal, possibly from Elam or Bactria, retaining its original bronze loop and depicting a lion in mid-attack.Size: 25mm x 18mm; Weight: 31gProvenance: Private London collection; previously in a 1980s Mayfair Family private collection. Studied by PD Dr. habil. Pieter Gert van der Veen, Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz.