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weight: 4kg provenance: private uk collection, acquired on uk art market; ex. private collection, germany. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"402","title":{"en":"egyptian wooden bust of pharaoh with bronze cobra"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25263/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":5000,"soldPrice":4000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:29.279Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":25263,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25264/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25264/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25264/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25264/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc.a mould-formed faience ushabti standing with fused legs atop an integral rectangular plinth and covered in a pale turquoise-hued glaze. the body gradually widens towards the chest, where the symbolic pick and hoe are held in crossed hands, and a small seed bag is draped over the left shoulder. small eyes beneath slender brows, a wide nose with flared nostrils, full lips between puffy cheeks, and cupped ears form the sensitive countenance, and the head is topped with a simple tripartite wig. both the front and back of the body display a column of inscribed hieroglyphics. for similar see: gl. janes, world museum, liverpool, 2016, 410-411 n° 215. christie's, live auction 6060, antiquities, lot. 145, reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition.size: 125mm x 30mm; 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weight: 80g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"404","title":{"en":"romano-egyptian red stone amphoriskos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25265/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:07.728Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":25265,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25266/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25266/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25266/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25266/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25266/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550-1070 bc, or later.a carnelian ring carved from a single piece of stone. the hoop has a d-shaped profile with a sharp, carinated edge and a raised knob at the back. chevron-shaped incisions embellish the shoulders, leading to a flat, polished bezel with an elliptical shape.size: d:15.49mm / us: 4 3/4 / uk: j; 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weight: 215.1gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"409","title":{"en":"romano-egyptian faience cup"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25270/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:29.470Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25270,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25271/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25271/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25271/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25271/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100.a pair of faience amphoriskoi. the first features a pear-shaped body with a narrow neck that connects to the shoulders via two strap handles, while the second presents a cylindrical body with conical shoulders, a narrow neck, and two strap handles. reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition.size: 110-120mm x 70-85mm; weight: 310gprovenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"410","title":{"en":"a pair of romano-egyptian faience amphoriskos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25271/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:29.518Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25271,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":600,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25272/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25272/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25272/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25272/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25272/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"pre dynastic period, ca. 4000 - 3000 bc.a stone mace head of biconical form with a central perforation. the edges are rounded, transitioning into slightly convex faces. the surface is polished and exhibits a mottled pattern of black and beige, with irregular patches across the body. size: 70mm x 30mm; weight: 175gprovenance: private european collection; ex. german private collection, 1970s-1980s. later in a private british collection. published: philipp von zabern. entdeckungen. aegyptische kunst in suddeutschsland. mainz an rhein, 1985, p. 12, kat. 6."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"411","title":{"en":"egyptian stone mace head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25272/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":600,"soldPrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:40.897Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£900 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25272,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25273/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25273/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25273/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25273/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25273/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"pre dynastic period, ca. 4000 - 3000 bc.a flint mace head with a roughly circular form and a centrally bored perforation. the outer edges are irregular and flaked. the surface exhibits a semi-translucent brown hue with variations in opacity.size: 75mm x 30mm; 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weight: 1.96kg provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"413","title":{"en":"set of egyptian alabaster vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25274/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:40.959Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25274,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25275/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25275/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25275/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25275/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. an exemplary mould-formed pendant in the form of a djed pillar. a djed pillar is characterised as a sizable structure with a gently flared base, a tiered upper section and a suspension hole drilled through the integral dorsal pillar. the amulet is adorned in a lustrous blue-green glaze. the djed pillar amulet was a highly favoured item to be placed on mummies and was also interpreted as the backbone of osiris. for similar see: amulets of ancient egypt, fig.84. size: l:90mm / w:23mm ; 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12gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"415","title":{"en":"egyptian faience amulet papyrus column"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25276/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":400,"soldPrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:41.009Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25276,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25277/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25277/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25277/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25277/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. an intriguing depiction of the god pataikos, the bow-legged dwarf deity. the amulet is mould made from faience and covered in a lustrous blue-green glaze. he stands atop a square base, he has thick arms and a portly abdomen. on the back of the amulet is a small suspension loop. pataikos is a protective deity in ancient egyptian mythology, pataikos is often depicted as a dwarf with a large head and a prominent belly. he is frequently shown holding knives to ward off evil forces. pataikos was commonly worn as an amulet by both the living and the dead for protection against harm and malevolent spirits. for similar see: amulets of ancient egypt, fig.84. size: l:47mm / w:22mm ; 14.54g provenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"416","title":{"en":"egyptian faience pataikos amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25277/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:41.011Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":25277,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25278/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25278/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25278/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 595 - 589 bc.a green glazed steatite scarab with an oval-shaped body featuring detailed elements, including a convex back modelled with a prominent pronotum and elytra delineated by incised lines. the thorax is decorated with striations running parallel to the body\u2019s length. the scarab's head is slightly raised, detailed with a shell-like crest and small angular grooves along the sides, representing mandibles. surrounding the edges of the beetle are irregular serrations mimicking the natural texture of a beetle\u2019s legs. the underside is flat and features a cartouche of pharoah psamtik ii.size: 23mm x 15mm; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; formerly with r. a.; since the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"417","title":{"en":"egyptian green faience scarab with cartouche psamtik ii"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25278/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:41.013Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25278,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25279/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25279/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25279/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25279/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 664 - 332 bc. a mould-formed pale green faience amulet of a hare with long ears depicted horizontally, likely a representation of the god twtw. the hare is made in a stylised manner and the features are symmetrical and well-executed. there is a drilled hole on the back under the ears. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 74.51.4505. size: 21mm x 15mm; weight: 2g provenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"418","title":{"en":"egyptian pale faience hare amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25279/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":120,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:41.037Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25279,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25280/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25280/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25280/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25280/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 664 - 30 bc.a collection of egyptian amulets and figure, comprising a bronze vessel with a pyriform body and two handles, along with a faience panel painted in brown depicting figurines probably an ex voto for a temple; the third is a a bronze figurine of the god osiris in mummiform position depicted with a high crown on the head.size: 90-150mm x 30-95mm; weight: 425gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"419","title":{"en":"collection of egyptian amulets and figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25280/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:41.047Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25280,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25281/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25281/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25281/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25281/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 1650 -1550 bc (main hyksos period). an ancient egyptian scarab from the hyksos period, made of steatite and set in a golden frame. its base features a hieroglyphic inscription with the symbols het (a lion\u2019s front paw, meaning \u201cforefront\u201d), nebu (meaning \u201cgold\u201d) and ankh (meaning \u201clife\u201d). on the back, only the head of the beetle is depicted, while the beginnings of the wings are faintly demarcated. size: l:27mm / w:17mm ; 4.65g provenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in the early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"420","title":{"en":"egyptian steatite scarab in gold frame"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25281/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:41.061Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25281,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25282/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25282/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25282/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc.a collection of egyptian scarabs in gold frames. the first scarab on the left is made of pale green faience, has naturalistic features and a hieroglyphic inscription on the back. the scarab is set in a gold frame comprising of pellets and filigree. the second scarab is an egyptian pale green faience scarab of ovoid form with realistic features and depicts the standing god thoth. the third egyptian scarab is made of pale green faience with realistic features and depicts thoth holding a long sceptre set in a gold frame.size: 15-19mm x 10-16mm; weight: 6gprovenance: property of a north london gentleman; previously acquired on the uk/european art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"421","title":{"en":"collection of egyptian pale green faience scarabs in gold frame with filigree"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25282/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:32.999Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25282,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25283/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25283/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 30 bc.a collection of seven coloured faience round-shaped amulets depicting the eye of horus. for similar see: andrews c., amulets of ancient egypt, british museum press, 1994.size: 8.5-10.5mm x 9.3-11.3mm; weight: 5.02gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"422","title":{"en":"set of egyptian stone amulets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25283/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.331Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25283,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25284/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25284/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 30 bc . a group of five blue and pale green faience amulets depicting egyptian deities represented with different shapes and colours of faience. the amulets are from the new kingdom. for similar see: andrews c., amulets of ancient egypt, british museum press, 1994. size: 17.9-28.5mm x 8.5-7.5mm; weight: 5.1g provenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"423","title":{"en":"group of egyptian green faience figurine of gods"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25284/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.334Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25284,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25285/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25285/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 30 bc.a set of five green faience amulets comprising a resting duck, an ossirinco fish, a vulture, a scarab pierced vertically and a wadjet. for similar see: andrews c., amulets of ancient egypt, british museum press, 1994.size: 8.9-12.3mm x 14.8-15.1mm; weight: 4.3gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"424","title":{"en":"set of egyptian faience amulets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25285/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.341Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25285,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25286/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25286/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc.a pair of earrings with egyptian lapis lazuli and green beads. restrung. size: 45-45mm x 45448mm; weight: 2.15gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"425","title":{"en":"pair of egyptian earrings with faience and lapis lazuli beads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25286/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.652Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25286,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25287/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25287/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 664 - 332 bc.a collection of five green faience amulets depicting egyptian deities represented by different shapes, with two stone scarabs. for similar see: andrews c., amulets of ancient egypt, british museum press, 1994.size: 10-36mm x 7.8-12mm; weight: 12.3gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"426","title":{"en":"collection of egyptian amulets and scarabs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25287/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.679Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25287,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25288/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25288/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc.a collection of five egyptian stone amulets comprising two eyes of horus, a scarab, a heart, and a chest. for similar see: andrews c., amulets of ancient egypt, british museum press, 1994.size: 19.8-24.7mm x 12.1-23.8mm; weight: 16.3gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"427","title":{"en":"set of egyptian stone pendants and amulets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25288/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.687Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25288,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25289/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25289/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc.a collection of six blue faience amulets depicting egyptian symbols, represented in different shapes and colours of faience. the amulets take the form of scarabs, flowers, and beads. for similar see: andrews c., amulets of ancient egypt, british museum press, 1994.size: 5.5-22.5mm x 6.4-9.3mm; weight: 4.5gprovenance: from the collection of a london gentleman; formerly acquired in early 2000s; previously in 1970s uk collection."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"428","title":{"en":"set of egyptian blue faience pendants and amulets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25289/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:36.982Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25289,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25290/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25290/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25290/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25290/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. an egyptian quartz ritual stopper comprising a cylindrical short body enlarged on top. the surface is polished throughout the object. size: 21.4mm x 16.5mm; weight: 7.51g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"429","title":{"en":"egyptian quartz stopper"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25290/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:37.518Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25290,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25291/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25291/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25291/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25291/008/008.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc.a quartz ritual rod comprising a cylindrical elongated body enlarged on each finial to form conical-shaped edges. the surface is polished throughout the object. reviewed by simone musso, consultant curator for egyptian antiquities at the stibbert museum, florence, italy, member of the nuri archaeological expedition.size: 7.3mm x 29.1mm; 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weight: 32g provenance: property of a london gallery; previously in a collection of a north london gentleman; formerly in a collection of mrs b. ellison, a deceased former member of the egyptian exploration fund, bought from the 1940s, cairo and london."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"432","title":{"en":"egyptian fragment depicting a worshipper"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25293/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:32.996Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25293,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25294/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25294/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25294/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a pair of stone amulets, the first a lapis lazuli wadjet with a hoop on the top and the second a black stone scarab which is pierced on the side. size: 15-23mm x 13-25mm; 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weight: 7.67gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the french art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"435","title":{"en":"romano-egyptian terracotta head of harpocrates"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25296/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.331Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25296,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25297/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25297/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25297/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25297/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"late period-ptolemaic period, ca. 664 - 30 bca rare egypto-roman white glazed aryballos. the vessel exhibits a large globular body and a cylindrical neck connected to a flat, everted rim. amphoriskoi like this, held scented oils or other perfumes.size: 100mm x 80mm; weight: 135gprovenance: private collection, london, uk. ex. f. piket 1980s, netherlands."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"436","title":{"en":"egyptian faience aryballos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25297/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.337Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25297,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25298/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25298/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25298/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25298/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 400 bc.a mould-made terracotta votive figurine representing tanit, the phoenician goddess. holding a large fruit in her hands on the chest, the goddess is draped in a lengthy, hooded and decorated with geometric motif robe that cascades down her slender body. for similar see: i fenici, bompiani 1989, cat. 795, 605.size: 1333.3mm x 41.2mm; 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and a blue face shaped bead with yellow details. with a long necklace comprised of five central beads, the central is a spherical red glassbead flanked by four evil eye blue and white beads alternating with gold beads. for similar see: met museum accession number: 30.115.33; 74.51.6716; 17.194.769; 17.194.727, british museum, museum number 1872,0604.644.size: 20-320/640mm x 15-15mm; weight: 600gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the european art market pre 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"440","title":{"en":"large collection of phoenician and hellenistic alabastroi, pointed aryballoi and beads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25301/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:36.982Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£8,000 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":25301,"estimateMin":8000},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25302/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25302/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25302/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25302/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 400 bc.a phoenician core-formed glass aryballos (perfume bottle) of squat form. the vessel bears has sloping shoulders, and a pair of curling trail loops, a flared rim, and a near spherical body. the opaque red body is embellished with rings of opaque yellow, and a pale blue zig-zag motif encircling the midsection, additional yellow and pale blue rings around the lower part of the body, and another yellow ring that constitutes the lip of the rim. areas of brilliant silvery and rainbow-hued iridescence have formed across the composition and nicely complement the vessel's vibrant colors. for similar see: met museum accession number: 17.194.769size: 77.6mm x 43.2mm; weight: 47.7gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the european art market pre 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"441","title":{"en":"phoenician glass aryballos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25302/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":4000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.874Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£6,000 - £10,000","currency":"GBP","id":25302,"estimateMin":6000},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25303/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25303/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25303/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc.an iconic phoenician glass bead shaped like the head of a bearded man. the bead features dazzling blues and bright yellows and has one hole at the top for suspension and another for a stand at the back. phoenician glass artefacts have been discovered in archaeological sites throughout the mediterranean region, demonstrating the widespread influence of their glassmaking industry. for similar see: christie's, antiquities (2 may 2013), lot 2.size: 45mm x 20mm; 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weight: 1.58kg provenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market; hugo lievens, brussels 1982. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"445","title":{"en":"cypriot decorated terracotta amphora"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25306/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":220,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:25.375Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25306,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25307/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25307/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 460 - 450 bc.a stone statuette of the crowned goddess astarte, dressed in a peplos and kalathos, seated on a throne holding a baby at her chest. her raised head is crowned with a laurel wreath. for similar see: les antiquités de chypre, sculptures, no. 409.size: 200mm x 110mm; weight: 1.54kgprovenance: private uk collection; ex. important cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent; previously in a collection acquired on the uk art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"446","title":{"en":"cypriot stone votive figure of a goddess on a throne"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25307/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:29.277Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25307,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25308/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25308/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25308/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25308/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25308/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 - 380 bc. a limestone head of a male sensitively carved with a sweet visage with generously lidded eyes, a naturalistic nose, and thin lips all crowned by a centrally parted coiffure. his hair is pulled back in a low chignon that forms a crown around his ovoid head. for similar see: les antiques de chypre, sculpture, p. 336, n. 738. size: 90mm x 60mm; 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weight: 745g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; pre 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"450","title":{"en":"cypriot terracotta jug with omphalos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25311/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1500,"soldPrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:29.542Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":25311,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25312/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25312/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25312/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 850 - 700 bca cypriot archaic geometric pyxis with one handle and seated on a short, round foot, vertical walls, and flat shoulders, rim decorated with a three-line motif. circular lines in brown engobe are on the lower part of the body and on the foot. a flat horizontal handle protrudes from the walls of the body. size: 60mm x 160mm; 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weight: 270gprovenance: property of a london gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. private historian collection richard and eleanor brilliant, nyc, acquired in the 1960s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"454","title":{"en":"large cypriot bichrome pottery jug"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25315/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.547Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25315,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25316/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25316/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25316/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25316/010/010.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25316/011/011.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25316/012/012.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 500 bc. an etruscan bucchero kyathos with a deep cup seated on a round disc base. it features a tall looped handle and a knop thumbpad. a moulded face is on the bottom of the handle, surmounted by a geometrical decoration. the external surface is adorned with an engraved circle under the rim, surmounted by a stamped diagonal lines pattern. size: 145mm x 125mm; weight: 135g provenance: property of a central london gallery, acquired on the german art market; ex. collection p. treffz-eichhöfer, stuttgart, collected in the 1980s to 2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"455","title":{"en":"etruscan bucchero kyathos with gorgon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25316/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.551Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":25316,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25317/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25317/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25317/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25317/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a large ceramic storage vessel with a cylindrical body and rounded base. size: 450mm x 300mm; 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weight: 635gprovenance: property of a german collector; ex. v. zweibel collection, switzerland."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"459","title":{"en":"scythian bronze helmet - 'kuban' type"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25320/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:25.287Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":25320,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25321/008/008.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 350 bc.a bronze helmet of the montefortino type, featuring a domed form that closely resembles a jockey cap. the helmet consists of a one-piece bowl constructed from cast, and hammered bronze. the apex is crowned with a protruding knob, serving as a decorative and functional element. the rim of the helmet is outwardly turned and subtly peaked at the rear. a diagonal braided pattern is engraved along the circumference of the rim.for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, museum object number: 08.2.3. a similar example hammered for usd 21,420 at christie's, live auction 22771, arms and armours from the mougins museum of classical art, part ii, 8 october 2024, lot 38.size: 250mm x 180mm; 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weight: 30.13g provenance: private uk collection; from a london collection formed in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item has undergone x-ray fluorescence analysis to confirm the metallurgical content suggesting its ancient origin and lack of modern trace elements."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"467","title":{"en":"pair of heavy hellenistic gold earrings with agate beads - 30 grams"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25328/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:33.332Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":25328,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25329/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25329/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25329/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 400 bc. a stunning pair of gold earrings, each presenting a boat-shaped hollow body. the body begins with a narrow end pointing upward, widens to the centre, and then narrows to an end that boasts applied wirework spirals, and volutes. the wire-like hook rises up from this end and curves back, tapering slightly to fit through the earlobe. these earrings showcase a warm patina. size: 31.4-32mm x 23.7-24.9mm; 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weight: 120g provenance: property of a central london gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. estate of a nyc educator, both purchased from ken martins, museum surplus. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"474","title":{"en":"pair of greek terracotta miniature vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25335/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:55.729Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25335,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25336/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25336/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25336/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a collection of three black glaze kylikes, each with a shallow body flanked by two horizontal handles and a short round base. for similar see: the museum of fine arts, budapest, inventory number 96.19.a. size: 150-170mm x 35-45mm; weight: 330g provenance: property of a central london gallery, previously acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgium art market; daniel bogaerts, brussels, 1995."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"475","title":{"en":"collection of black glaze kylikes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25336/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:55.744Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25336,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25337/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25337/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25337/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25337/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 - 500 bca greek bronze figurine of an ibex with a tubular body standing on four legs with a raised short tail, long muzzle, and long horns. on the back is a hole, possibly used to connect this amulet to a necklace or another object. for similar see: met museum accession number: 51.11.13.size: 50mm x 55mm; weight: 80gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"476","title":{"en":"greek bronze statuette of stag"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25337/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:55.791Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25337,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25338/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25338/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25338/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25338/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 250 bc.a pair of hellenistic mold-made terracotta figures of a standing woman of fashion. the first wears a long chiton and has her himation wrapped tightly around her body, covering her hands. her hair is arranged in a wide chignon at the nape of her neck. the remains of white pigment are visible on much of the figure. the second, made in orange clay, wears a long chiton with a belt under the breast. her hair is arranged mainly on the side of the head and covers her neck. she holds a floral wreath in her left hand and probably a musical instrument in her right. the remains of white pigment are visible on much of the figure. for similar see: met museum accession number: 09.221.28, 12.229.19, christie's, live auction 15501, antiquities, lot. 65size: 180-200mm x 60-80mm; weight: 380gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"477","title":{"en":"pair of greek terracotta statuette"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25338/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:55.801Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25338,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25339/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25339/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25339/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a collection of three south italian dishes, two black glazed with a protomorphic geometric motifs stamped tondo and a round discoidal foot: in the centre, a shallow dish with a painted lady of fashion adorned with pearls parure in yellow pigment and decorated sakkos enclosing the hair. the central decoration is framed in a typical wave motif, and a second register is painted with a white laurel crown pattern. the dish was made by the t.p.s. group. for similar see: christie's, live auction 21841, antiquities, lot. 51. size: 30-60mm x 155-175mm; weight: 770g provenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"478","title":{"en":"collection of greek dishes with apulian dish of the t.p.s group"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25339/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:55.849Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25339,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25340/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25340/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25340/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 350 bc. a black-glazed kylix with a deep, wide body sat upon a flared foot, with two protruding handles on opposite sides of the rim. size: 80mm x 220mm; 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160gprovenance: property of a central london gallery; formerly in a south english estate collection; acquired in the 1990s from andre de munter, brussels, belgium; previously in and old european collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"480","title":{"en":"greek gnathian olpe with hercules knot handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25341/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:55.887Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25341,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25342/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25342/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25342/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25342/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25342/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 - 400 bc. a lekythos on a set-off ring foot with a long cylindrical neck and a funnel-shaped top that features a slightly curved, horizontal rim. the corpus displays fine black net decoration, framed by black bands above and below. the neck features encircling black tongues. the handle and the outside of the ring foot are also in black. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1894,1101.487. size: 220mm x 100mm; weight: 275g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. alan sineau auction hotel des ventes d'auxerre, 1983. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"481","title":{"en":"attic net squat lekythos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25342/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.225Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25342,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25343/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25343/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25343/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25343/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25343/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a beautiful black-glazed oinochoe with a broad ovoid body and a concave neck. this is a vessel used for pouring through the symmetrical trefoil spout and rim. it stands on a flat, black-glazed foot and has a delicate handle connecting the shoulders of the vase with the rim. the glaze is particularly glossy, almost iridescent. for similar see: christie\u2019s live auction, 2364, antiquities including property from the collection of max palevsky, lot 124. size: 240mm x 100mm; weight: 405g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"482","title":{"en":"superb apulian black glazed pottery oinochoe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25343/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.461Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25343,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25344/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25344/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25344/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 6th - 5th century bc. a black-glazed pottery baluster-form vessel with an ancient piece of lead adhered to the base. the body is decorated with faint stippled bands. the piece has a minor chip on the base rim and scattered light paint flakes but is otherwise intact. size: 160mm x 95mm; weight: 300g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the us art market; ex. ye olde curiosity shoppe, nj., dr. arnold saslow. acquired at a london auction, 1979-1980."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"483","title":{"en":"etruscan black glazed pottery vase"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25344/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.504Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25344,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25345/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25345/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25345/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25345/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a black glazed kalpis with a large body and two handles set on top of the shoulders. the body is smooth and is set on a double-ring base. over the surface there is a glossy glaze, including on the resting surface and the neck. size: 175mm x 165mm; weight: 665g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the dutch art market; previously acquired on the belgian art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"484","title":{"en":"rare ancient greek black glazed kalpis"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25345/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.547Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25345,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25346/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25346/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25346/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25346/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25346/010/010.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 - 600 bc. a bucchero oinochoe with a short flared foot, a flaring rim, a large pinched pouring spout, and a flat handle framed by pointed details where it meets the rim. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1814,0704.459. size: l:223mm / w:142mm; 485g provenance: london ancient art gallery pre-2000, ex. london gallery, ex. new york gallery. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"485","title":{"en":"etruscan bucchero oinochoe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25346/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:24.553Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25346,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25347/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25347/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25347/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 350 bc. a nice pottery amphora with a black glaze. sitting upon a discoid foot, the vessel has a bulbous body with a narrow base, a broad, rounded shoulder, a concave neck, and a flared rim. a pair of arched handles gracefully connect neck to shoulder. the glaze is particularly glossy, almost iridescent, and is representative of a remarkable innovation of the ancient greeks. for similar see: christie\u2019s, live auction 10372, antiquities, lot 90. size: 260mm x 170mm; 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weight: 110g provenance: private uk collection; ex. austrian private collection since the 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"489","title":{"en":"hallstatt bronze scrabbad fitting"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25350/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:25.291Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25350,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25351/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25351/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25351/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a slightly curved single-edged blade with a long curved handle terminating in a ring eyelet. this knife is a product of the halstatt or la tene cultures, which spanned central europe from the 5th century bc to 1st century ad. size: 400mm x 40mm; weight: 255g provenance: private uk collection; ex. cambridgeshire collection, acquired in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"490","title":{"en":"iron age la tene celtic dagger with ring pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25351/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:52:25.325Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25351,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25352/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25352/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25352/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25352/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25352/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. an iron loose snaffle horse bit, composed of two moving hooped rings to create the cheek pieces, joined by a single central bar that when used acts as the mouthpiece. the harness is decorated with two moulded panels in low relief depicting two riders on running horses. size: 345mm x 115mm; weight: 450g provenance: property of a european collector; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early1960s to 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"491","title":{"en":"rare romano-celtic horse bit with riders on horses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25352/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:07.742Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£6,000 - £10,000","currency":"GBP","id":25352,"estimateMin":6000},{"startPrice":2600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25353/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25353/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25353/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25353/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a pair of celtic gold finials with decorated bezels and circular phitomorphic motifs and stylised spirlas/flowers. the surface of the vegetal motif is adorned with diagonal lines. for similar see: i celti, bompiani, 1989, p. 400. size: 9.8-10.8mm x 24.1-23.9mm; weight: 25.3g provenance: from the private collection of an essex gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":4500,"lotNumber":"492","title":{"en":"pair of matching celtic gold finials with circular motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25353/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:09.581Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,600 - £4,500","currency":"GBP","id":25353,"estimateMin":3600},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25354/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25354/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25354/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 bc. a pair of matching brooches of round wire with two coiled spiral discs. connected to the spirals is an eight loop. a wire needle originates from a spiral eye. a hook-formed bent wire end on the finial. size: 170-190mm x 115-120mm; weight: 505g provenance: property of a european collector; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early1960s-1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"493","title":{"en":"pair of matching celtic bronze brooches with spirals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25354/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:09.583Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":25354,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25355/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25355/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - 100 ad. a bronze spur compromising of a flat, rounded primary body with a point in the centre. each end of the body features a button which could have been used to attach a leather strap. the point is a sharp cone which would have been used by a rider to urge on their horse. les bronzes antiques de paris (1989), n.333. size: 41mm x 59mm; weight: 16g provenance: property of london gallery, acquired on the austrian art market."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"494","title":{"en":"celtic bronze spur"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25355/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:09.584Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25355,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25356/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25356/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25356/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25356/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 100 bca celtic bronze torque curved into a circular form with hammer-flattened terminals curled into delicated tubular loops. this torque is of a generous size which would fit most necks, and the green patina enveloping its surfaces further accentuate its attractive appeal.size: 140mm x 140mm; weight: 75gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"495","title":{"en":"celtic bronze torque"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25356/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:09.586Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25356,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25357/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25357/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25357/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25357/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a bronze ring with double band hoop. the bezel depicts two stylised human figures composed of dots and lines. the figures are shown wearing a crown and short skirts. the scene may also represent a constellation. the side panels are decorated with lines, forming a figure, possibly a fish. for similar see: el legado de hefesto n. 474. and 475. size: d:14.68mm / us: 3 1/2 / uk: g 1/2; 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weight: 335gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"514","title":{"en":"roman terra sigillata pottery wine flagon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25374/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.913Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25374,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25375/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25375/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25375/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25375/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a samian ware skyphos composed of a conical body on a moulded foot. the body displays the image of a bearded man, as well as floral, geometric and architectural decorative motifs. size: 91mm x 125mm; 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weight: 270g provenance: private old english collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"517","title":{"en":"apulian glazed pixys with lid"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25377/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.974Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25377,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25378/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25378/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25378/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. an openwork gold pendant in gold, formed of an architectural frame securing an agate cameo representing standing victory holding a cornucopia. size: 41mm x 23mm; 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weight: 55gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s on the uk / international art markets."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"529","title":{"en":"roman blue glass unguentarium"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25389/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:38.056Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25389,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25390/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25390/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25390/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25390/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300.a lentoid bottle in translucent pale blue-green glass, featuring an uneven, rounded rim and a small, flaring mouth. the cylindrical neck is carefully tooled in around the base, leading to a globular, flattened body. certain areas of the vessel exhibit a delicate iridescence. for similar see: lightfoot, christopher s., the cesnola collection of cypriot art: ancient glass, cat. 440.size: 120mm x 80mm; 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weight: 455g provenance: property of a european collector; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early1960s to 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"548","title":{"en":"roman bronze statuette-shaped oil lamp"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25408/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:09.595Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":25408,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25409/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25409/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25409/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25409/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a solid-cast tinned bronze pendant in the form of a male figure with an erect phallus, symbolic of virility and fertility. the male genitalia features an erect, curved penis between large, round testicles. the surface presenting with a green and russet patina. it also has an integral suspension loop on the top of the bearded head of the figure. size: 60mm x 30mm; 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weight: 50gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. ye olde curiosity shoppe, nj., ex. dr. arnold saslow, acquired in munich in the late 1970s.; ex. macy's department store in 1889."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"560","title":{"en":"roman glass unguentarium with pear shaped body"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25420/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.043Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25420,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":180,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25421/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25421/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25421/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25421/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 400. a glass unguentarium with a globular shaped body and a tall cylindrical neck. for similar see: christie's, live auction 6060 antiquities, lot. 171. size: 200mm x 100mm; 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ordinary people used wood dishes and beakers.size: 100mm x 60mm; weight: 70gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. collection of rabbi herbert friedman, nyc, collected in the 1960s in israel, to family by decent."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"566","title":{"en":"roman pale green glass beaker on discoid foot"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25426/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:38.053Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":25426,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25427/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25427/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25427/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25427/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25427/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25427/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 50 - 100.a carnelian intaglio with a portrait of emperor nero. the intaglio depicts a profile facing left. the head shows tightly curled hair rendered in a series of well-defined, rounded locks. the forehead is broad, leading into a straight nose with a slightly rounded tip. the lips are full, and the chin is rounded, with a subtle curve beneath. the neck is proportionate, tapering gracefully towards the shoulders. the intaglio is set in a gold ring with a wide, tapering shank. the bezel is oval-shaped with a raised border that gently slopes inward to hold the intaglio securely in place. the gold surface is smooth and plain.for similar see: thorvaldsens museum, inventory number i1001; 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christie's, live auction 6060, antiquities, lot. 362.size: d:19.76mm / us: 10 / uk: t 1/2; weight: 8.47gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"568","title":{"en":"roman carnelian intaglio depicting a crowned emperor in gold ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25428/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:38.071Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25428,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25429/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25429/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25429/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25429/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25429/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300.a carnelian intaglio depicting a seated crowned god resting on a podium, holding a long tool in his right. behind him a tall tree with leaves. the intaglio is set in a gold ring composed of a flat-section round hoop with column or flower-shaped shoulders connected to a bezel adorned with knots. for similar see: british museum, museum number 1917,0501.268; 1917,0501.1440.size: d:18.14mm / us: 8 / uk: p 1/2; weight: 9.75gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"569","title":{"en":"roman carnelian intaglio depicting a seated god in gold ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25429/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:41.629Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25429,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25430/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25430/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25430/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25430/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 100.an oval-shaped red garnet intaglio, finely engraved with the image of the imperial eagle taking centre stage. the majestic bird is portrayed in right profile, with its wings folded alongside its body and its prominent claws grasping the baseline. the eagle\u2019s head is extended forward; it is flanked by two olive branches, with an eight-pointed star positioned above. this intaglio is housed within a gold bezel cell that has an incised base, connected to a d-section hoop, creating a simple yet elegant ring.for similar see: entwistle ch., adams n., gems of heaven: recent research on engraved gemstones in late antiquity, c. ad 200\u2013600, plate 10, ringstone of carnelian, london, british museum, (eagle in the centre); pe g109; \"ancient greek, roman and byzantine engraved gems in the eastern mediterranean and black sea area\" fig. 1, pg. 30.size: 8mm x p 1/2mm; weight: 5gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter"},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"570","title":{"en":"roman gold ring with red garnet intaglio depicting the imperial eagle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25430/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":900,"soldPrice":3200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:41.632Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":25430,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25431/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25431/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25431/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25431/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25431/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25431/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 50 - 200 .a circular carnelian intaglio depicting neptune, the god of the sea, standing and turned to his right. he is portrayed robed against a baseline, holding a trident in his left hand, a symbol of his authority over the waters. the intaglio is set in a round band of a gold ring with a d-section hoop that widens gradually towards the bezel.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1923,0401.368; 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weight: 4g provenance: private uk collection; formerly with r. a.; since the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"578","title":{"en":"roman silver openwork ring with agate cameo depicting a mythological creature"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25438/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.136Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25438,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25439/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25439/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25439/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25439/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300.a pair of rings, each with a flat-section thin hoop that gently flares towards the bezel. each bezel is set with an oval red jasper intaglio. one intaglio depicts a central krater vessel flanked by two cornucopias. the other features a standing minerva facing right, wearing a helmet and a long, vertically pleated garment, holding a spear in her left hand and resting her right hand on a shield.size: 20-20mm x 15-15mm; 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weight: 200gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; the piece on the left: ex. estate of peter h tillou, ct., acquired in the 1990s, to family by descent. the piece on the right: ye olde curiosity shoppe, nj., ex. dr. arnold saslow, acquired in munich in the late 1970s.; ex. macy's department store in 1889. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"591","title":{"en":"two roman glass beakers"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25451/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:59.436Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25451,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25452/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25452/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25452/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25452/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a pair of glass unguentaria. the first has a conical petite body, tall neck and flared rim. the second has an apple-shaped body embellished with moulded diagonal line decoration, domed shoulders, narrow conical neck and large flared rim. some parts of the vases have developed a beautiful iridescence. for similar see: kröger j., nishapur: glass of the early islamic period, n. 83, 87. size: 125-120mm x 60-85mm; 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weight: 40gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. collection of rabbi herbert friedman, nyc, collected in the 1960s in israel, to family by decent."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"594","title":{"en":"roman glass globular jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25454/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.881Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25454,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25455/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25455/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25455/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300a roman blue glass beaker composed of a large conical body, a flat base, and a short flared rim. an elegant relief line under the rim is the main decoration of this object. glass beakers were used in roman society only by high-level people for their cost; ordinary people used wood dishes and beakers. for similar see: christie's. live auction 7161, antiquities, lot. 169.size: 90mm x 80mm; weight: 55gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. collection of rabbi herbert friedman, nyc, collected in the 1960s in israel, to family by decent."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"595","title":{"en":"roman blue glass beaker"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25455/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.891Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25455,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25456/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25456/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25456/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25456/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a green glass unguentarium with a petite pear-shaped body, tall and narrow neck, and a flared rim. some parts of the vase have developed a beautiful iridescence. for similar see: lightfoot, christopher s., the cesnola collection of cypriot art: ancient glass, cat. 359. size: 100mm x 55mm; weight: 190g provenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s on the uk / international art markets."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"596","title":{"en":"roman imperial glass unguentarium"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25456/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.913Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25456,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25457/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25457/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25457/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200a roman glass date shape unguentarium with a globular body with the shape of a date connected to a narrow neck and a long funnel shape rim. date-shaped unguentaria were produced mainly in the eastern part of the empire and sold to the western side as exotic products. this particular type was spread during the first period of the roman empire. for similar see: christie's. live auction 7161, antiquities, lot. 197.size: 110mm x 75mm; weight: 55gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. ye olde curiosity shoppe, nj., ex. dr. arnold saslow, acquired in munich in the late 1970s.; ex. macy's department store in 1889."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"597","title":{"en":"roman glass date shaped unguentarium"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25457/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.931Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25457,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25458/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25458/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25458/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25458/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300 . a glass unguentarim with an apple-shaped body, and large neck connected to a short flared rim. some parts of the vase have developed a beautiful iridescence. for similar see: lightfoot, christopher s., the cesnola collection of cypriot art: ancient glass, cat. 172-173. size: 135mm x 110mm; weight: 105g provenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s on the uk / international art markets."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"598","title":{"en":"roman pale green glass unguentarium"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25458/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.938Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25458,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":150,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25459/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25459/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25459/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300a group of three roman green and pale green glass unguentaria composed of pear shaped bodies connected to narrow necks and short flared folded rims. the polished surfaces show an amazing iridescence. for similar see: christie's. live auction 7161, antiquities, lot. 190.size: 105-115mm x 50-70mm; weight: 200gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. ye olde curiosity shoppe, nj., ex. dr. arnold saslow, acquired in munich in the late 1970s.; ex. macy's department store in 1889."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"599","title":{"en":"group of roman glass unguentaria"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25459/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":150,"soldPrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:37.977Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25459,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":150,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25460/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25460/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25460/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300a roman green glass beaker composed of a cylindrical large body, a flat base, and a short flared rim. glass beakers were used in roman society only by high-level people for their cost; ordinary people used wood dishes and beakers. for similar see: christie's. live auction 7161, antiquities, lot. 169.size: 80mm x 50mm; weight: 50gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. collection of rabbi herbert friedman, nyc, collected in the 1960s in israel, to family by decent."},"estimateMax":350,"lotNumber":"600","title":{"en":"roman green glass beaker"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25460/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":150,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:38.015Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£250 - £350","currency":"GBP","id":25460,"estimateMin":250},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25461/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25461/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25461/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25461/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. a pair of glass unguentaria with inverted pear-shaped bodies and narrow necks connected to vertical rims. some parts of the vases have developed a beautiful iridescence. the first has a hexagonal pattern decoration on the body, the second moulded vertical ribs. for similar see: kröger j., nishapur: glass of the early islamic period, n. 83, 86. size: 130-140mm x 90-90mm; 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christie's live auction 7161, antiquities, lot. 178.size: 55-100mm x 60-75mm; weight: 165gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. dr. arnold saslow, acquired in munich, late 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"602","title":{"en":"group of roman glass vases"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25462/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.036Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25462,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":900,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25463/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25463/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25463/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 400. a collection of 10 glass unguentaria comprising vessels with different shapes and colours from the imperial period. for similar see: lightfoot, christopher s., the cesnola collection of cypriot art: ancient glass. size: 35-150mm x 40-80mm; weight: 410g provenance: private uk collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. private german w. b., formerly acquired from an art professional in 2010, munich, germany. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"603","title":{"en":"collection of roman flasks"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25463/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":900,"soldPrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.402Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":25463,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25464/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25464/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25464/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25464/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 50 - 200a set of three mould-formed roman pottery oil lamps. the first lamp has a slightly depressed shoulder frame and features central fill-holes. the second is a three-beaked lamp with a slightly depressed shoulder frame. the third lamp has a central fill hole and slight charing around the nozzle. it also has two concentric circles impressed on the base. for similar see: keira de rosa, roman ceramic oil lamps in the museum of ancient cultures: a typological and compositional analysis (2014).size: 23-35mm x 70-80mm; weight: 185gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"604","title":{"en":"group of roman terracotta oil lamps"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25464/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.908Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25464,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25465/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25465/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25465/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25465/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300a pair of rare roman mould-formed glazed pottery oil lamps with solid handles. the lamps have a recessed tondo with a large hole and a long nozzle with a large hole. the first has a moulded floral decoration on the tondo's edge. they are covered with a green/yellow homogeneous glaze.size: 45-50mm x 87-90mm; weight: 175gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"605","title":{"en":"pair of rare roman glazed oil lamps"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25465/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.950Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25465,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25466/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25466/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25466/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25466/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300 a roman bronze oil lamp in the form of a half theatre mask. the mask is relatively naturalistic, with the nose elongating into a massive mouth with a spout emerging from the chin. the eyes are large beneath huge arched eyebrows. the incised details of the diadem are marked. the head stands on two polygonal feet. size: 140mm x 40mm; 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weight: 580gprovenance: private london collection; british art market 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"608","title":{"en":"large and heavy roman silver vessel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25468/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.322Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25468,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25469/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25469/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25469/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300an ancient roman bronze theatre mask appliqué with a hollow back and exaggerated facial features with an open mouth. the appliqué was pierced centrally at the top. the diadem of the mask shows a pattern with moons that are most likely linked to the cult of isis. this appliqué would have been decoratively suspended, perhaps from a piece of furniture.size: 70mm x 55mm; weight: 135gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"609","title":{"en":"large roman bronze applique theatre mask shaped"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25469/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.242Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25469,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25470/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25470/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 700. a group of four bronze belt hooks from the late roman period, or early middle ages. the first hook on the left, has an \"s\" shape with vegetal decorations on the edges. the second and third hooks are similar to the first, but they have a ring of chains which were most likely used to attach them to a belt. the fourth object consists of a round section engraved with a five-pointed star, connected to a rectangular openwork part, used to attach the leather part of the belt. size: 24-43mm x 15-26mm; weight: 54g provenance: property of london gallery, acquired on the austrian art market."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"610","title":{"en":"group of roman bronze decorated belt hooks"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25470/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.316Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25470,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25471/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25471/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a group of five bronze belt strap ends, each amphora-shaped with different details. belts were a crucial accessory in the ancient world. ropes or bronze hooks would be used to attach objects to them. the decorations on the belt also indicated the social status of the wearer. for similar items, please refer to les bronzes antiques de paris, 1989, fig. 23. size: 23-44mm x 10-24mm; 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weight: 112g provenance: property of london gallery, acquired on the austrian art market."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"615","title":{"en":"roman bronze helmet handle in double cornucopia shape"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25475/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.910Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25475,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25476/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25476/002/002.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. an openwork bronze applique comprised of an external circular band, divided into four corners. it is decorated with a phytomorphic motif with two leaves around the central hole. the composition of this decoration is well-proportioned and symmetrical. bronze appliques with vegetal motifs were commonly used as decorative elements in ancient roman architecture and art. these appliques were made of bronze and featured intricate designs inspired by plants, leaves, vines and flowers. they added ornamental detail to buildings and structures, showcasing roman artisans' craftsmanship and artistic skill. for similar see: les bronzes antiques de paris, 1989, n. 380. size: 92mm x 93mm; weight: 83g provenance: property of london gallery, acquired on the austrian art market."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"616","title":{"en":"large roman legionary open work bronze applique"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25476/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.951Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25476,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25477/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25477/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25477/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300 . a set of three glass unguentaria with inverted short conical bodies, tall narrow necks and folded rims. size: 145-165mm x 50-70mm; weight: 135g provenance: property of a north london gentleman; previously acquired on the uk/european art market in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"617","title":{"en":"set of roman glass unguentaria with tall necks"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25477/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.006Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25477,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25478/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25478/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25478/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25478/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a pair of glass unguentaria with pear-shaped bodies and narrow necks connected to folded rims. some parts of the vases have developed a beautiful iridescence. for similar see: lightfoot, christopher s., the cesnola collection of cypriot art: ancient glass, cat. 297. size: 145-145mm x 70-75mm; weight: 225g provenance: property of a north london gentleman; previously acquired on the uk/european art market in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"618","title":{"en":"pair of roman glass pear shape unguentaria"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25478/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.014Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25478,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25479/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25479/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25479/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25479/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25479/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25479/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300 . a pair of glass unguentaria with pear-shaped bodies and narrow necks. some parts of the vases have developed a beautiful iridescence. size: 155-150mm x 75-80mm; 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weight: 32g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"621","title":{"en":"roman bronze head of hound handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25481/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.313Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25481,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":700,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25482/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25482/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25482/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a silver bridle set from alans or goth culture. the set consists of two triangular-bodied buckles that are connected by rings, and two elongated main parts with attached gangies. this type of harness was undoubtedly used by a nobleman, as it is made of high-quality materials and crafted with fine workmanship. despite being a simple object, it represented a status symbol. size: 40-120mm x 25-45mm; weight: 145g provenance: private london collection. acquired on the european art market prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"622","title":{"en":"alans or goths bridle with silver decorations"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25482/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:16.413Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,000 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":25482,"estimateMin":1000},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25483/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25483/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 1000. a group of six bronze bracelets from the celtic period to the medieval period comprising jewellery of differents shapes and dimensions. for similar see: musée carnavalet, les bronzes antiques de paris (1989). size: 45-75mm x 40-75mm; weight: 160g provenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"623","title":{"en":"group of celtic to medieval bracelets"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25483/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:16.415Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25483,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25484/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25484/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25484/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. an openwork belt buckle made of bronze. it consists of a rectangular main body with two front hooks shaped like animal paws, which were used to connect it to each end of the belt. the main body of the buckle is adorned with stylised plant motifs. for similar see: les bronzes antiques de paris, 1989, fig. 23. size: 36mm x 46mm; 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weight: 85g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the european art market pre 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":30000,"lotNumber":"627","title":{"en":"late roman glass horn"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25487/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.947Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":25487,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25488/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25488/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25488/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a quadripartite merovingian gilt silver harness comprising four crows on the edges depicting a long beak, red garnet eye and square body embellished with a gold panel engraved with a pattern of spirals. the centre is a round medallion surrounding a red central cabochon framed with two registers of spirals. size: 270mm x 250mm; 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weight: 2.8gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"632","title":{"en":"viking gold axe pendant with engraved shining sun"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25492/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":480,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:50.496Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25492,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25493/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25493/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800- 1000.a gold amulet shaped like an axe head with a flared blade. the opposite end features a shallow round socket designed for suspension. the blade is decorated on one side with stamped triangles, each containing a raised dot, with three located at the upper edge and one at each corner of the expanding blade. between the triangles are registers of punched dots. the opposite side of the blade is undecorated. the pendant is threaded with a round-section gold rod, forming a ring with its finials coiling around each other with tapering ends.size: 30mm x 13mm; weight: 2.7gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"633","title":{"en":"viking gold axe pendant with stamped motifs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25493/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:54.404Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25493,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25494/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25494/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25494/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25494/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900- 1100.a silver twisted ring formed from a round-section hoop that features a smooth back section. from there the hoop gradually widens and twists, creating an elegant spiral effect.for similar see: the british museum, registration number af.537.size: d:19.96mm / us: 10 1/4 / uk: u; weight: 4gprovenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"634","title":{"en":"viking silver twisted ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25494/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":100,"soldPrice":360,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:58.179Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25494,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25495/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25495/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25495/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100a viking silver ring comprised of round terminals and a flat body. the hammered ring was meticulously stamped with petite triangular motifs arranged in broad circular designs. though the motif of stamped triangles was incredibly popular throughout the viking world, there are various interpretations of its symbolism. size: d:17.53mm / us: 7 1/4 / uk: o; 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the british museum, museum number 1999,1001.1.size: 35mm x 25mm; weight: 4.3gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously acquired at the art market in vienna; formerly in an austrian collection formed prior to 2000."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"639","title":{"en":"viking silver gilt pendant with gripping beast"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25499/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:58.954Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25499,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":2200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25500/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25500/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25500/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a rare silver pendant with highly stylised, curvilinear representations of a man and a dragon representing sigurd slaying dragon fafnir. in norse mythology, fáfnir is a son of hreidmar and brother of regin, ótr, lyngheiðr, and lofnheiðr. after being affected by the curse of andvari's ring and gold, fafnir became a dragon and was slain by sigurd. size: l:33mm / w:32mm; 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weight: 4.4gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously acquired at the art market in vienna; formerly in an austrian collection formed prior to 2000."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"641","title":{"en":"viking silver pendant with gripping beast"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25501/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:58.985Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25501,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25502/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25502/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25502/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800- 1000.a silver gilt circular pendant with a decorative scroll motif. the pendant features a flat circular plate bordered by a raised edge formed of a twisted ropework. the central design consists of symmetrical scrolls, with each terminating in a small, rounded dot. additional raised dots are interspersed within the scrollwork. at the top, the pendant has an integral suspension loop with a slightly raised edge and a cluster protrusion at its base.for similar see: christie's, live auction 12257, antiquities, lot 125.size: 30mm x 25mm; weight: 3gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously acquired at the art market in vienna; formerly in an austrian collection formed prior to 2000."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"642","title":{"en":"viking silver gilt pendant with floral motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25502/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.981Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25502,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25503/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25503/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25503/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800- 1000.a silver cross pendant in the shape of a cross with four symmetrical, ornate arms. each arm is of equal length with a trefoil shape, embellished with interlocking crosses. at the heart of the pendant is a raised circular set housing a red cabochon. the upper arm extends upward, forming a suspension loop decorated with relief scrollwork. the background is plain.for similar see: the swedish history museum, acquisition number 34000.size: 45mm x 37mm; weight: 7gprovenance: property of a london gallery; previously acquired at the art market in vienna; formerly in an austrian collection formed prior to 2000."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"643","title":{"en":"viking silver cross pendant with cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25503/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"soldPrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.243Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25503,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25504/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25504/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25504/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1100.a silver belt decoration depicting a female figure in left profile, identified as valkyrie. the figure wears a patterned foot-length dress, and her hair is styled in a long braid that cascades down her back. her left arm is raised, and held close to her head, while the face is simplified and lacks detailed features. the base includes a suspension loop, and on the backside there is further attachment fixture.for similar see: arbman h., birka i. die gräber. tafeln, taf. 92, fig. 10; 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weight: 20g provenance: property of a european collector; formerly in the famous alison barker collection, a retired london barrister; acquired between the early1960s to 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"646","title":{"en":"byzantine rock crystal spoon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25506/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_FlatwareServingPieces","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:13:02.434Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,000 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25506,"estimateMin":2000},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25507/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25507/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25507/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 700.a collection of byzantine terracotta unguentaria, fragments of bowls and a sherd of brick with inscription set around an engraved central cross.size: 50-150mm x 23-80mm; weight: 650gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. private german collection b. kasper, in germany since 1950s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"647","title":{"en":"byzantine terracotta vessels and fragments"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25507/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:13:02.446Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25507,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25508/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25508/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25508/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"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."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"648","title":{"en":"large byzantine bronze bull applique of st. luke"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25508/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:13:02.448Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":25508,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25509/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25509/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25509/003/003.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1300 - 1400. a bronze-gilt penannular domed brooch adorned with an intricate ribbed design, and a central pin tapered to a point. these brooches were both functional and decorative, serving to fasten garments and display wealth and status. the brooches were often worn in pairs, with one on each shoulder. size: l:22.5mm / w:22.6mm; 4.06g provenance: property of european collector; ex. kris freeman collection, uk, 1990s."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"649","title":{"en":"medieval gilt bronze brooch"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25509/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:16.421Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25509,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25510/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25510/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25510/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25510/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25510/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25510/006/006.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000.a gilt ring with a broad, circular bezel engraved with a stylised solar deity riding an auriga. the deity's head resembles a solar disc, and is flanked by outward-facing horses in motion. the scene is framed by a finely incised border. the broad hoop of the ring tapers slightly towards the back.size: d:14.88mm / us: 3 3/4 / uk: h; weight: 3.8gprovenance: from the private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; previously in an old british collection, formed in the 1980s on the uk /european art markets. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter"},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"650","title":{"en":"byzantine gilt ring with saint stephen"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25510/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:16.423Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25510,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25511/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25511/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25511/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 700. a stunning matched pair of gold earrings. each comprised of a hinged and elongated hoop attached to a triangular-shaped plaque with an openwork filigree decoration. suspended below are four chain dangles with intricately decorated gold bead finials. size: 57-59.6mm x 14-15.6mm; weight: 9.58g provenance: private uk collection; from a london collection formed in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"651","title":{"en":"pair of byzantine gold earrings with pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25511/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.312Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25511,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25512/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25512/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25512/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700.a gold cross pendant in the latin form, composed of hollow gold arms that flare outwards, each ending with a flat cap. at the back junction, two rows of three raised dots are present and the tapered ends of each arm are adorned with four thin coils of gold wire. the front junction features a raised circular cell inlaid with a garnet cabochon, encircled by a border formed of pellets. at the top of the vertical arm is a suspension loop.a similar example hammered for £20,000 at christie's, live auction 6060, antiquities, 14 april 2011, lot 365.size: 55mm x 35mm; 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weight: 6.7g provenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the german art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"656","title":{"en":"byzantine gold ring with carnelian intaglio depicting rooster"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25516/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":1000,"soldPrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.908Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":25516,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25517/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25517/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25517/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25517/004/004.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a gold ring with a d-shaped band connected to an oval bezel securing a large red garnet cabochon. for similar see: el legado de hefesto, n. 287. size: d:13.83mm / us: 2 3/4 / uk: e 1/2; weight: 2.9g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in the collection of m.a, formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"657","title":{"en":"merovingian gold ring with large red garnet cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25517/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.952Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25517,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25518/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25518/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25518/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25518/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25518/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25518/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1200 - 1500. a lovely gold ring featuring a large quartz stone in a diamond shape. the high square bezel that secures the stone is flanked by two teardrop-shaped shoulders, adorned with fleurs-de-lis, leading to the thick band. the ring is formed with a round hoop with a d-section. the fleur-de-lis can be traced back to the early medieval period when it first appeared as a heraldic motif and as a decorative device in illuminated manuscripts. for similar see: el legado de hefesto, n. 705. size: d:17.73mm / us: 7 1/2 / uk: o 1/2; weight: 4.6g provenance: property of a european collector; ex. important dutch collection, acquired before 1985. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"658","title":{"en":"medieval gold ring with quartz"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25518/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.007Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":25518,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25519/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25519/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25519/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25519/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25519/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1300 - 1500. a gold ring with a red cabochon secured in a golden biconical bezel. the bezel is connected to a simple and elegant round hoop. for similar see: el legado de hefesto, n. 636.; 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weight: 6.3g provenance: private collection of an oxford professional, formed in the 1970s-1990s on the uk art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"660","title":{"en":"byzantine gold earrings with bead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25520/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Earrings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":600,"soldPrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.345Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£900 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25520,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25521/009/009.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1600 - 1700.a gold posy ring, featuring a plain, smooth band polished to a high sheen, with a rounded exterior and a flat interior. the inner surface bears an engraved inscription in cursive script reading \"in part of requitall\", possibly signifying gratitude or repayment for kindness or affection, as often conveyed through posy rings.size: d:15.49mm / us: 4 3/4 / uk: j; 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weight: 1.7gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the uk art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"663","title":{"en":"post-medieval british gold posy ring"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25523/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Rings","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.910Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25523,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25524/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25524/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25524/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25524/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25524/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25524/006/006.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1600 - 1700.a gold posy ring, featuring a plain, smooth band polished to a high sheen, with a rounded exterior and a flat interior. the inner surface bears an engraved inscription in cursive script reading \"vertue passeth riches\", expressing the idea that moral virtue surpasses material wealth.for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1961,1202.368; 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the facial features are stylised and the head is surrounded by a large aureole. the main figure is surmounted with an inscription with greek letters. a large hinge connects the two halves of the enkolpion. for similar see: the glory of byzantium, art and culture of the middle byzantine era, n. 226.size: 100mm x 47mm; weight: 70.68gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"665","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross shaped enkolpion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25525/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:16.424Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25525,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":50,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25526/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25526/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25526/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000a byzantine bronze cross-shaped pendant decorated with moulded five dots/circles on the arms and in the centre to represent the five wounds of christ. between the arms, there is a moulded decoration composed of points. on the top is a circular hoop to fix the pendant to a chain or rope. this was an iconic object for daily life during the byzantine empire. for similar see: met museum accession number: 1998.542 (shape).size: 40mm x 30mm; weight: 6gprovenance: private uk collection; previously acquired on the holland art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":150,"lotNumber":"666","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze cross with the 5 wounds of christ"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25526/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":50,"soldPrice":50,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:16.426Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£75 - £150","currency":"GBP","id":25526,"estimateMin":75},{"startPrice":200,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25527/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25527/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25527/003/003.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 800 - 1000a large crusader era cross pendant decorated with five dots/circles on the arms and in the centre to represent the five wounds of christ. the entire surface is incised with dots/circles. on the top there is a circular hoop to fix the pendant to a chain or rope. this was an iconic object for daily life during the byzantine empire.size: 80mm x 50mm; 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the glory of byzantium, art and culture of the middle byzantine era, n. inv. 206.size: 80mm x 45mm; weight: 58gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"668","title":{"en":"medieval bronze enkolpion cross with christ and saints"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25528/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-30T01:47:08.321Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25528,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":100,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25529/007/007.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1300. a substantial silver gilt ring characterised by a broad hoop with expanded shoulders. each shoulder is adorned with almond-shaped raised plaques incised with a motif resembling a vegetal branch. the bezel protrudes into a rhomboid shape with a central depiction of a stylised cross, featuring equally long arms that are pointed and display dishevelled finials. the cross is encased within a linear border. for similar see: the british museum, museum number af.2295. size: d:17.73mm / us: 7 1/2 / uk: o 1/2; 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weight: 370gprovenance: private uk collection, acquired on the belgian art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"671","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze oil lamp with cross shaped handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25531/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-23T18:13:05.328Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":25531,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25532/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25532/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25532/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25532/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 5th - 10th century ad. a dark green glass oil lamp with a conical shape. it is presumed to have initially been part of a bronze fixture. the lamp features a broad, inwardly curved upper edge and a tapered base. the outer surface bears deposits of encrustation. size: 100mm x 200mm; 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weight: 55gprovenance: property of a london art gallery, acquired on the us art market; ex. collection of rabbi herbert friedman, nyc, collected in the 1960s in israel, to family by decent."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"673","title":{"en":"byzantine ribbed glass bottle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25533/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.909Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£200 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":25533,"estimateMin":200},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25534/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25534/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 1200. a collection of five gold earrings of different shapes. two are simple hoops, one of which has a cylindrical pendant attached. the other three are also circular but expand at the underside of the hoop and are decorated with geometric filigree motifs. for similar see: sotheby's, magnificent lustre. southeast asian gold jewellery and ornaments from an asian private collection, 01-08.09.2022, lot 80. size: 10-23mm x 10-13mm; weight: 5g provenance: property of a london islamic art specialist collector; previously in a family london collection formed since the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"674","title":{"en":"five javanese golden earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25534/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SoutheastAsian","ukJewellery_Earrings","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":300,"soldPrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.952Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":25534,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25535/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25535/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25535/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25535/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 1200. a pair of gold earrings with red cabochon gems, one of which is missing. for similar see: sotheby's, magnificent lustre, southeast asian gold jewellery and ornaments from an asian private collection, 01-08.09.2022, lot 95. size: 15-15mm x 10-11mm; 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weight: 7g provenance: property of a london islamic art specialist collector; previously in a family london collection formed since the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"676","title":{"en":"javanese gold earrings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25536/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SoutheastAsian","ukJewellery_Earrings","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.013Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":25536,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":300,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25537/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25537/002/002.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1200. a collection of four gold earrings, each consisting of a tubular shape. they are decorated with golden and stone pearls and secured with gold hooks. for similar see: sotheby's, magnificent lustre. southeast asian gold jewellery and ornaments from an asian private collection, 01-08.09.2022, lot. 75. size: 15-20mm x 5-10mm; 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weight: 835gprovenance: property of an oxfordshire art professional; previously in an old canadian collection of f. n., ontario, formed in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"694","title":{"en":"19th century replica of a military flail"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25554/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:45.959Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":25554,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25555/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25555/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25555/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25555/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25555/005/005.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca ad 900 - 1100an islamic enamelled glass mosque lamp decorated with floral and animal motifs. the lamp has an inverted pear-shaped body adorned with three coloured birds facing left, alternating with plants under the handles. the shoulders are decorated with enamelled plants and connected to a conical neck with coloured globes. for similar see; l'arte della civiltà islamica, la collezione al sabah, kuwait. 54; met museum accession number: 91.1.1534. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy.size: 50mm x 167mm; weight: 240gprovenance: property of a central london art gallery; previously in the private collection of mr. r. unger; acquired in the 1970s on the uk art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2500,"lotNumber":"695","title":{"en":"islamic enamelled glass mosque lamp"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25555/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.004Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £2,500","currency":"GBP","id":25555,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25556/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25556/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25556/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25556/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 900. an umayyad glass beaker with a cylindrical body and deep vertical sides, the exterior combed upwards to produce an elongated honeycomb effect. for similar see: sotheby's, arts of the islamic world and indian including fine rugs and carpets, 30 march 2022, lot. 77. size: 90mm x 90mm; 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weight: 115gprovenance: private london collection, acquired on the european art market pre 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"698","title":{"en":"umayyad glass purfume bottle with applied decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25558/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:46.319Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":25558,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25559/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25559/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25559/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25559/004/004.jpg"],"available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. 12th century ada copper ewer of a wide globular body, resting on a low ring base. the neck is cylindrical with a collared band, an elongated neck with a flared rim. the spout protrudes from just below the shoulder and a strap handle with a recumbent lion connects the mid-body with a rim.size: l:285mm / w:215mm ; 1.61kgprovenance: private london family collection; formed between 1970-2008. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter.this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"699","title":{"en":"rare seljuk copper ewer with lion thumb support"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25559/view","tags":["ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.242Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":25559,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25560/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25560/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25560/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25560/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25560/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. an islamic, probably seljuk, heavy gold bracelet set with an emerald cabochon in the centre of a floral-shaped bezel. the decoration is embellished with gold filigree on the background. the bracelet is connected in the middle of the bezel by a three-piece tubular hinge; the hoop is made of a dense mesh of interlaced gold rings. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, accession number: 1979.7.1. size: 245/490mm x 10mm; weight: 28g provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"700","title":{"en":"islamic gold openwork bracelet with emerald cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/55958/lot/25560/view","tags":["ukJewellery_Bracelets","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery"],"directSalePrice":2000,"soldPrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-06-22T19:53:47.312Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":25560,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":true,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25561/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25561/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25561/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25561/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/25561/005/005.jpg"],"soldDate":"2025-02-23","available":false,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1100 - 1200. a large gold ring with a flat round hoop, that flattens and widens towards the shoulders. it is connected to a cone-shaped bezel that secures a green cabochon. the gold is covered with decorations featuring geometric patterns and pseudo-writing that is typical of islamic art. for similar see: islamic jewellery in the metropolitan museum of art, n. 25 (decoration pattern). size: d:16.41mm / us: 5 7/8 / uk: l 1/4; 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