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weight: 8.45kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1501","title":{"en":"egyptian amarna period painted pottery jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39303/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.018Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39303,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39304/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"third dynasty, ca. 2660 - 2590 bc. a finely carved alabaster (calcite) jar, characterised by an elongated, gently tapering body terminating in a narrow pointed base. the vessel features rounded shoulders, a short constricted neck and a thick, outward-projecting rolled rim. its polished surface displays attractive natural bands of honey-coloured, cream and translucent stone, with delicate horizontal veining and irregular mineral patterns. the elegant proportions and carefully finished contours reflect the sophisticated tradition of egyptian hard-stone vessel production during the early dynastic period and the beginning of the old kingdom. for similar see: the brooklyn museum, inv. 34.977. size: 660mm x 230mm; weight: 25kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. weber kunsthandel. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1502","title":{"en":"massive egyptian alabaster vessel with geometric decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39304/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.020Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39304,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39305/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39305/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39305/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39305/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39305/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39305/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 4000 - 3000 bc. a terracotta vessel with a tall ovoid body tapering towards the base, a rounded shoulder and a short neck beneath a broad everted rim. the body is painted in dark red with a large flamingo, its long neck curving upwards. groups of vertical wavy lines extend down either side of the bird, and a row of ibexes with long curved horns encircles the shoulder. for similar see: the british museum, museum number ea35502. size: 300mm x 165mm; weight: 1.27kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1503","title":{"en":"egyptian naqada vessel with flamingo and ibex"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39305/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.022Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39305,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39306/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a tall painted alabaster jar with an elongated ovoid body and a broad, open mouth. for similar see: cairo museum, alabaster jar from the tomb of pharaoh tutankhamun kv 62 object 420 size: 370mm x 200mm; weight: 6.44kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1504","title":{"en":"egyptian painted alabaster jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39306/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.023Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39306,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39307/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39307/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39307/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39307/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39307/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39307/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a wooden mummy mask with a broad face, prominent nose, full lips and a rounded chin. the eyes are outlined in black and extended at the outer corners, with black pupils and arched brows above. the face is framed above by a broad headband painted with horizontal black stripes. an elongated false beard hangs from the chin, painted in black with diagonal bands forming a chevron pattern. fo similar see: smithsonian institute catalog number: a553189-0 size: 630mm x 270mm; weight: 3.5kg provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. erika krautkr?mer collection; acquired in 1997 from galerie roswitha eberwein. accompanied by a german export license. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1505","title":{"en":"very large egyptian wooden mummy mask with a false beard"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39307/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.025Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39307,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39308/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period to ptolemaic period, ca. 664 - 30 bc. a rectangular hematite statue base with a tongue-shaped recess in the upper surface for the insertion of a healing statue or cippus of horus. hieroglyphic inscriptions cover all four sides and the upper surface, comprising protective utterances against scorpion bites and invocations for health. the texts incorporate elements from the myth of the child horus, his death from scorpion stings and his resuscitation by isis. \"there is not any water there. come! its rain beat down in the house of the rich lady. it was not the season thereof begotten(?), ... there is not the place(?) of re, there is not wennofer (i.e. osiris). i beat(?) and quaked(?) on the ground in order to restore to life, conceiving(?) in the place of ... there is not. ...come to me! (two times), \" on the front, \"behold, i possess life! i am a wise daughter in her town who drives out the poisonous snake with her utterance; (my) father taught me concerning what (i) know. i am the beloved daughter of his . isis placed her hands on the child in order to resuscitate, \" on the left side, \"the one whose throat was : poison of tefen (name of a scorpion), come on the ground! poison of neben(?), you shall not be dangerous(?). poison of mesen and mespeh, (you) shall not travel. poison of khetet(?), tjen and matet, ... you won't be able to do that which is dangerous(?). the utterance of isis, the , great of secrets, foremost of the gods. geb has given (to) you the ..., \" on the back, \"from him (to) drive away, to retreat and go back, back, poison which is thrown down! up!(?) die! utterance to make. ...a remedy at night(?), \" and on the right side, \"saying: re wishes that the child live and the poison die! may horus be healthy for his mother isis! then shall every man and woman be healthy, shall come a man likewise. be healthy, psamtjek son of nebenaset likewise, and be hidden (i.e. protected) in good condition\" for similar see: the los angeles county museum of art, accession number 48.24.8a-b; size: 90mm x 55mm; weight: 275g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. christie's sale 20074, june 2008, lot 15; ex. gustave j?quier (1868-1946). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1506","title":{"en":"egyptian hematite statue base with hieroglyphic inscription - ex christie's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39308/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.027Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39308,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39309/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39309/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39309/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39309/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39309/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"kushite, ca. 750 - 656 bc. a green schist head of king taharqa wearing the tall crown of upper egypt, with the remains of an uraeus at the front. the face is carved with carefully contoured upper eyelids and a strong nose, with the characteristic kushite fold flanking the nostril. the mouth is compact with full lips, and the ear is carved in low relief against the side of the head. for similar see: b.v. bothmer, the brooklyn museum, egyptian sculpture of the late period, figs. 89-90, no. 41. size: 105mm x 60mm; weight: 530g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. sotheby's sale 8452, 05 june 2008, lot 58, ernest erickson, new york, ernest erickson foundation (sotheby's, new york, june 23rd, 1989, no. 66, illus.). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a statement from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1507","title":{"en":"egyptian green schist head of king taharqa - ex sotheby's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39309/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.029Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39309,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39310/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1353 - 1335 bc. a terracotta jar with a biconical body, broad sloping shoulder and tall cylindrical neck, terminating in a wide everted rim with a rounded lip. painted in black, red and blue on a buff ground, the neck is decorated with a register of upright blue pointed petals alternating with red stamens, bordered by horizontal tricolour bands. a broad frieze encircles the shoulder, depicting two striding bulls separated by a stylised vegetal group of papyrus stalks and lotus buds, framed above and below by multiple horizontal bands. the lower body is left plain. for similar see: kunsthistorisches museum, vienna, inv 10071. size: 485mm x 360mm; weight: 9.5kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1508","title":{"en":"egyptian amarna period painted pottery jar with bulls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39310/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.031Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39310,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39311/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a limestone stele divided into three registers. the lunette is carved with a winged sun disc flanked by uraei. beneath is a relief depicting an offering scene, followed by five horizontal lines of hieroglyphic text containing a funerary offering formula for the deceased. for similar see: stela of nesamun, kunsthistorisches museum, vienna, inventory number 119; christie's, live auction 12256, antiquities, lot 121. size: 580mm x 300mm; weight: 37kg provenance: private us collection; formerly in a french collection, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":20000,"lotNumber":"1509","title":{"en":"stunning egyptian limestone stele depicting isis, osiris, a deceased, and hieroglyphic dedicatory"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39311/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.033Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39311,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":20000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39312/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, 18th dynasty, reign of amenhotep iii, circa 1390?1353 bc. a wooden double kohl container comprising two parallel cylindrical compartments, each with a deep tubular cavity, a thickened circular rim and a flat base. the compartments are joined along their adjoining sides, with two correspondingly shaped lids connected by a central bridge and forming a single closure. the exterior is decorated with finely incised geometric and vegetal ornament, the recessed details contrasting with the dark wood through a pale inlay or paste filling. three horizontal registers of repeating pendant lotus petal motifs encircle each cylinder, separated by broad undecorated bands and fine parallel lines. the lids are particularly elaborate, each with a pair of royal cartouches enclosed within concentric circular borders and an outer frieze of closely spaced triangular motifs. the cartouches identify amenhotep iii by his throne name, nebmaatre, and his great royal wife, queen tiye. the narrow vertical edges of the lids are decorated with short parallel incisions. projecting rectangular tabs extend from the outer ends of the connected lids, each pierced with a circular hole. additional peg holes and traces of former fittings are visible along the exterior of the container. the two compartments retain remnants of compacted kohl, an ancient egyptian eye cosmetic traditionally applied with a slender rod. in november 1900, a. daninos pasha (1845?1925) discovered the tomb of the young harem lady tama near hawaret el-gurob at the entrance to the faiyum, following previous significant discoveries of wooden female statuettes made by locals in the area. among the numerous toilet items in her burial equipment was this cosmetic container and a wooden statuette of a girl, which handed down to us the name of the owner, tama. based on the inscriptions on the various cosmetic containers, the tomb can be dated to the reign of amenhotep iii. for similar see: louvre museum e 11045 ; af 2851the metropolitan museum of art, object number 26.7.1446. for further finds from the tomb see vandier d?abbadie, objets de toilette, 46ff., no. 128. 206?211; egyptian museum cairo (1986), no. 154. now newly: am?nophis iii (paris 1993), 358?361, no. 113bis. size: 90mm x 60mm; weight: 75g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, basel; formerly in the collection of tigrane pasha d?abro. recorded as originating from the tomb of tama at medinet el-gurob, faiyum, discovered in november 1900. exhibited: antikenmuseum basel 2003-2007. published: m. j. e. quibell, a tomb at hawaret el gurob, asae 2, 1901, 141?143, pl. if.; e. chassinat, une tombe inviol?e de la xviiie dynastie d?couverte aux environs de m?dinet el-gorab dans le fayoum, bifao 1, 1901, 225?234, pl. i?iii; collection des antiquit?s egyptiennes de tigrane pacha d?abro, ed. by daninos pasha, paris 1911, 17, no. 452, pl. xlvi. literature: b?n?dite, objets de toilette; vandier d?abbadie, objets de toilette, 41ff., no. 110?115; dayagi-mendels, perfumes; paszthory, salben, schminken und parf?me, 3ff. cf. also ?gyptens aufstieg zur weltmacht (hildesheim 1987), 177, no. 94. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":80000,"lotNumber":"1510","title":{"en":"rare egyptian wooden cosmetic container from the royal tomb of lady tama - published"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39312/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.428Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£40,000 - £80,000","currency":"GBP","id":39312,"estimateMin":40000},{"startPrice":10000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39313/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 332 - 30 bc. a limestone capital of square section, carved on each side with the face of the goddess hathor, with almond-shaped eyes beneath arched brows, a straight nose, full lips and prominent bovine ears. each face is framed by a voluminous wig descending in broad, rounded lappets, with horizontal bands carved along the sides of two of them. above the heads is a square abacus with a projecting moulded edge and a central socket for attachment. for similar see: christie's, live auction 22523, antiquities, lot 124. size: 400mm x 350mm; weight: 72kg provenance: private london collection; joseph mortier collection, france, prior to 1990s. uk art gallery, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":30000,"lotNumber":"1511","title":{"en":"large egyptian ptolemaic limestone hathoric capital"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39313/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.431Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39313,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":20000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39314/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"egypt, late period, 27th dynasty, reign of darius i, 492 bc (30th regnal year). a remarkable egyptian stone vessel dating to the reign of darius i, during the 27th dynasty, when egypt was under persian rule. the vessel is of elongated ovoid form, with a broad rounded base, tapering shoulders, a narrow plain lip, and two small projecting pierced lugs positioned on opposite sides beneath the rim. the exterior displays a finely polished surface bearing extensive traces of age and mineral deposits. the upper section is decorated with three horizontal lines of cuneiform inscriptions in old persian, elamite, and babylonian, each conveying the same royal dedication: ?darius, great king.?on the opposite side, a vertical inscription in egyptian hieroglyphs incorporates the royal cartouche of darius i and reads: ?king of upper and lower egypt, lord of the two lands, darius, living forever, regnal year 30.? the egyptian inscription is particularly significant for its explicit reference to the thirtieth regnal year of darius i, corresponding to approximately 492 bc, providing an unusually precise chronological attribution. during the 27th dynasty, the persian kings adopted traditional egyptian royal titulature and presented themselves as legitimate pharaohs, maintaining established conventions of egyptian kingship. the combination of egyptian hieroglyphs with old persian, elamite, and babylonian cuneiform inscriptions reflects the integration of egypt into the wider achaemenid empire while preserving the symbolic and religious traditions of egyptian royal authority. an exceptionally rare example of egyptian royal stone craftsmanship from the period of persian domination, distinguished by its quadrilingual inscriptions and securely datable royal titulature. accompanied by an epigraphic report by professor w. g. lambert, including translations of the old persian, elamite, babylonian, and egyptian inscriptions. in his report, professor lambert identifies the vessel as an apparently unique example bearing inscriptions of darius i in four languages. size: 270mm x 170mm; weight: 2.7kg provenance: private uk collection; studied by prof. lambert in the early 1990s; before that, in the 1970s-1980s london collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a copy of an original report by professor wilfrid george lambert fba (1926-2011), historian, archaeologist, and specialist in assyriology and near eastern archaeology."},"estimateMax":60000,"lotNumber":"1512","title":{"en":"outstanding egyptian alabaster vessel of darius i with quadrilingual royal inscriptions - translated"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39314/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":20000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.433Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£35,000 - £60,000","currency":"GBP","id":39314,"estimateMin":35000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39315/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39315/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39315/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39315/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39315/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"lold kingdom, ca. 2600 - 2200 bc. an egyptian limestone funerary wall relief fragment, carved in shallow sunk relief and depicting the upper body of a male figure facing left. the figure is portrayed with a closely cropped hairstyle, a finely outlined almond-shaped eye, a prominent nose, full lips and a carefully modelled ear. his neck and shoulders retain traces of reddish-brown pigment, suggesting the original polychrome decoration. above the figure are two horizontal registers of incised hieroglyphic inscriptions, separated by deeply carved dividing lines and featuring recognisable signs including birds and an eye. the upper section preserves the remains of an additional inscription, while the irregular edges and partially preserved architectural projection indicate its fragmentary condition. the limestone surface displays extensive age-related wear, abrasions, mineral deposits and localised losses, particularly around the inscriptions and outer edges. for similar see: brooklyn museum accession number37.25e size: 380mm x 340mm; weight: 22.5kg provenance: private us collection; ex. swiss collection, 1990s. notarized inventory may 5, 2004. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1513","title":{"en":"egyptian limestone funerary wall relief depicting a male figure in profile and hieroglyphic"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39315/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.434Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39315,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":9000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39316/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a cast bronze figure of the goddess bastet in the guise of a seated cat, with an upright posture, elongated neck and straight, slender forelegs. the head has large, pointed ears, almond-shaped eyes, a short muzzle and delicately modelled cheeks. the body has a gently arched back, rounded haunches and a long tail curving around the right side towards the forepaws. the hind legs are folded beneath the body, with the paws resting on the ground. mounted on a modern custom-made stand. for similar see:e. teeter, egypt, treasurs from collection of the oriental institute of the university of chicago. cat. 47. size: 150mm x 110mm; weight: 815g provenance: private collection; ex. m.c. collection, acquired between 1930 and 1960. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":30000,"lotNumber":"1514","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze cat / bastet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39316/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":9000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.436Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39316,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39317/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a terracotta ritual boat model with a long, narrow hull terminating in raised ends. a row of loops is arranged along the upper edge, with additional perforations at the bow and stern. faint painted decoration survives along the exterior, including schematic human figures. for similar see: robert the rustafjaell, the light of egypt: from recently discovered predynastic and early christian records, p. 420. size: 405mm x 115mm; weight: 800g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. charles ratton & guy ladriere, 13 may 2003. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1515","title":{"en":"rare egyptian terracotta ritual ship model"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39317/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.437Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39317,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39318/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom, possibly 12th-13th dynasty, ca. 1985-1650 bc. a bronze dagger featuring a long, slender, double-edged blade tapering to a sharply pointed tip, with a pronounced central ridge and gently curved shoulders. the elaborately constructed hilt incorporates an openwork grip with two symmetrical oval apertures, secured by a series of visible rivets, and terminates in a rounded, cream-coloured pommel, possibly fashioned from bone. the refined proportions and composite construction suggest a weapon of considerable craftsmanship. for similar see: the british museum, museum number ea65451. size: 29.7 cm; weight: 330 g. provenance: private european collection; ex. german art gallery and german private collection, acquired in the 1970s. shipping from/inside the european union. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1516","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze dagger with openwork bone pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39318/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.439Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£6,000 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39318,"estimateMin":6000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39319/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39319/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39319/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39319/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39319/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"third intermediate period to late period, ca. 1069 - 332 bc. a polychrome wooden sarcophagus mask depicting an idealised face with a rounded chin, full cheeks and a straight nose. the eyes are painted in black and white beneath thick, arched eyebrows, with the flesh rendered in pink pigment. a tripartite wig frames the face. the chest is adorned with a multicoloured broad collar comprising horizontal registers of geometric and floral motifs painted in red, green, yellow, black and white. for similar see: the british museum, museum number ea51146, ea24798. size: 555mm x 330mm; weight: 3.1kg provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. erika krautkr?mer collection; bonhams, london, 16 april 2015, lot 35; formerly a private collection, acquired in the1960s from the louis carle collection, france. accompanied by a german export license. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1517","title":{"en":"egyptian wooden sarcophagus mask"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39319/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.441Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39319,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39320/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, 26th dynasty, ca. 664-332 bc. a funerary shabti, depicted in mummiform posture, wearing a tripartite wig and a finely modelled, plaited divine beard. the face displays delicately rendered features, including almond-shaped eyes, a straight nose and a small mouth. the arms are crossed over the chest, holding agricultural implements in relief. the lower body is decorated with several horizontal registers of incised hieroglyphic inscriptions, separated by ruled lines. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: o.c.878. size: 15.8 cm provenance: private european collection; ex. private uk collection, acquired on the uk art market, 2000s; ex. german private collection, 1970s-1990s; ex. german art gallery, 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1518","title":{"en":"egyptian faience ushabti of tious, born in taideret"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39320/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.442Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39320,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39321/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39321/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39321/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39321/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39321/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, 19th-20th dynasty, ca. 1292-1077 bc. a stone shabti, carved in traditional mummiform shape, with a broad upper body and tapering lower section. the figure wears a finely striated tripartite wig, secured by a raised band across the forehead, framing a stylised face with prominent eyes, nose and lips. the arms are crossed over the chest, with both hands holding agricultural implements. a broad collar is indicated beneath the chin, while a single vertical column of incised hieroglyphic inscriptions extends down the front of the lower body. translation shd wsir hwtiay \" illuminate the osirs, (the lady) hutiay\". for similar see: the british museum, museum number ea8712. size: 10.8 cm provenance: private european collection; ex. belgian collection, 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1519","title":{"en":"egyptian stone shabti of lady hutiay"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39321/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.444Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39321,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39322/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39322/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom-late period (2050-332 bc). a set of stone inlays for a sarcophagus face, comprising a pair of arched eyebrows, almond-shaped eyes with white stone sclerae and dark irises, and elongated bronze cosmetic lines extending from the inner and outer corners. size: 190mm x 100mm; weight: 70g provenance: private uk collection; uk art gallery, 1990s; jean-claude debenne collection, france, 1970s-1990s; ex german ancient art gallery, 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation"},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1520","title":{"en":"egyptian pair of composite stone udjat-eye inlays"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39322/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukOtherEthnic_African","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.216Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39322,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39323/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39323/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39323/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39323/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39323/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2900 - 2600 bc. a black stone jar with a tall elongated body swelling gently through the middle and tapering towards a rounded base. the short neck terminates in a broad everted rim, with the exterior left plain and smoothly finished. size: 295mm x 140mm; weight: 3.99kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. robert r. bigler, asian and egyptian art, 13 november 2003. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a statement from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1521","title":{"en":"egyptian early dynastic black stone jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39323/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukOtherEthnic_African","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.218Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39323,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39324/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom, ca. 2055 - 1790 bc. a bronze dagger with a broad, tapering blade, with a deep central channel extending for approximately two-thirds of its length and continuing towards the point as a pronounced rib. the blade is joined to a separately cast hilt with a crescentic guard and flat grip, secured by rivets. the grip terminates in a circular bronze pommel frame set with an insert of stone. size: 385mm x 80mm; weight: 495g provenance: from a private london collection; peter schnell collection, switzerland, acquired in swiss art gallery in 1970s. later with hans blaser, switzerland, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1522","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze and stone dagger with openwork pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39324/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.220Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39324,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39325/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a cast bronze dagger with a broad leaf-shaped blade tapering to an elongated pointed tip, strengthened by a prominent median rib extending along its length. the blade has gently convex cutting edges and a pair of raised, tapering flanges at the base, forming a pronounced guard that continues into a short, waisted hilt with two curved arms separated by a central longitudinal bar. the hilt terminates in a circular pommel faced with silver sheet, pierced by two oval openings flanking the central bar. the silver facing is secured by rivets positioned around its perimeter. restored. for similar see: c. h. roehring, hatshepsut, from queen to pharaoh, cat. 185. size: 390mm x 120mm; weight: 570g provenance: from a private british collection; with charles ratton, france, 1970s-1980s. with belgian art dealer, 2000s this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1523","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze dagger with silver pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39325/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.222Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39325,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39326/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39326/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39326/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39326/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39326/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39326/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a limestone stele carved in relief with isis-thermouthis, a serpent goddess, with a long scaled body coiling across the lower part of the relief and a head crowned by a solar disc. a moulded architectural border encloses the relief at the right. for similar see: the ba antiquities museum, inv. m/ii/22. size: 295mm x 270mm; weight: 6.13kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. bill jamieson, 2009. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1524","title":{"en":"egyptian limestone stele of isis-thermouthis"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39326/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.225Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39326,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39327/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a gold necklace composed of elongated tubular beads, with numerous miniature amulet pendants suspended at intervals and a central pendant with a rounded body and flaring sections. for similar see: british museum number ea59418 size: 260mm x 15mm; weight: 35g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. galerie maine durieu, paris. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1525","title":{"en":"egyptian gold necklace with pendants"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39327/view","tags":["ukJewellery_NecklacesPendants","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukJewellery_all","ukJewellery","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.227Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39327,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39328/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a cast bronze lotus column surmounted by a seated cat representing the goddess bastet. the animal has an erect posture, a slender neck, pointed ears and a finely modelled face with prominent eyes, nose and whisker pads. its forelegs extend vertically, with the paws resting on a lotus capital decorated with pointed petals inlaid with white stone. below, a series of moulded rings separates the capital from the tapering cylindrical shaft. for similar see: the louvre museum, inventory number e 4257. size: 200mm x 55mm; weight: 455g provenance: private uk collection; jean sigrist collection, switzerland, acquired in 1970s. swiss art gallery, 1990s. uk art market, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1526","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze goddess bastet as a cat on a lotus column"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39328/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.229Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39328,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39329/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39329/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39329/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39329/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 4000 - 3000 bc. a stone fragment engraved with a pair of quadrupeds in profile facing right. the larger animal occupies the centre and is simplified to an elongated body with long tapering legs and a slender tail. beneath it is a smaller animal, its long horns curving backwards over the head and neck. for similar see: predynastic egyptian rock art as evidence for early elites? rite of passage p. 89-91size: 410mm x 225mm; weight: 11.15kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. piasa, lot 464, sale 18 march 2003. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1527","title":{"en":"egyptian predynastic engraved stone with animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39329/view","tags":["ukArt_EngravingsEtchings","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.231Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39329,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39330/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39330/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39330/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39330/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39330/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a woven linen tunic with a broad body flaring towards the lower hem, long sleeves and a deep central slit at the neckline. the front bears two vertical columns of hieroglyphs in black pigment, each enclosed by linear borders and extending from either side of the neckline slit to the lower hem. for similar see: british museum number ea43071 size: 900mm x 580mm; weight: 150g provenance: private us collection; ex. archaeologia gallery, 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":4500,"lotNumber":"1528","title":{"en":"rare egyptian tunic with hieroglyphic inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39330/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukFashion_Textiles","ukFashion","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":2800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.233Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,500 - £4,500","currency":"GBP","id":39330,"estimateMin":3500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39331/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39331/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39331/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39331/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 4000 - 3000 bc. a stone fragment engraved with a standing antelope in profile facing right. the animal has a slender elongated body, long straight legs and a narrow head with curved horns. behind it stands a long-legged bird. a narrow panel of geometric motifs borders the composition at the left. for similar see: predynastic egyptian rock art as evidence for early elites? rite of passage p. 89-91size: 475mm x 420mm; weight: 13.55kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. piasa, lot 463, sale 18 march 2003. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1529","title":{"en":"egyptian predynastic engraved stone with antelope"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39331/view","tags":["ukArt_EngravingsEtchings","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.235Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39331,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39332/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39332/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39332/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39332/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"third dynasty, ca. 2705 - 2640 bc. a large alabaster offering table with a broad circular slab resting on a substantial pedestal. the thick table top has a flat upper face and softly rounded edge. below, the support narrows through a gently concave shaft before expanding to a broad spreading foot with a rounded lower edge. for similar see: the brooklyn museum, 37.58e. size: 415mm x 135mm; weight: 8.58kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s-2014; ex. sothebys, sale n0785811, december 02, lot 239. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1530","title":{"en":"egyptian alabaster offering table - ex sotheby's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39332/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukOtherEthnic_African","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.329Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39332,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39333/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39333/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39333/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39333/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39333/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39333/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"early dynastic period, ca. 3000 - 2600 bc. a green stone bowl with a deep, tapering body, a narrow flat base and a broad, inward-curving rim surrounding a circular mouth. a short rectangular spout projects from one side of the rim. size: 100mm x 220mm; weight: 1.1kg provenance: private collection, acquired in 1992. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"1531","title":{"en":"egyptian green stone bowl with spout"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39333/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukOtherEthnic_African","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.332Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£6,000 - £10,000","currency":"GBP","id":39333,"estimateMin":6000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39334/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 or later . a grey stone head of a pharaoh with a broad, idealised face beneath a tall, flat-topped crown with slightly flaring sides. the carefully modelled facial features comprise elongated almond-shaped eyes outlined by incised cosmetic lines, beneath gently arched brows extending towards the temples. the straight nose has pronounced nostrils, above a softly modelled mouth with full, closed lips and a rounded lower lip. broad cheeks taper towards a rounded chin, with a subtle transition between the cheekbones and jawline. large, prominently carved ears project from beneath the crown, with deeply recessed inner details and well-modelled outer rims. at the rear, the head is roughly finished, with a projecting section of stone and visible chisel marks. the facial features have been subject to later recarving, particularly around the eyes, nose and mouth. for similar see: christie's, live auction 21930, ancient to modern art from the mougins museum of classical art, part i, lot 8; the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 07.228.35. size: 215mm x 150mm; weight: 7.12kg provenance: from a london private collection; swiss art gallery and private collection, 1990s. uk art gallery, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1532","title":{"en":"egyptian grey stone head of pharaoh"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39334/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.334Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39334,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39335/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a bronze dagger with a long tapering blade terminating in a rounded tip, the shoulders curving into a short crescent-shaped guard. the handle is fitted with a pale inlay secured by three rivets and terminates in a flared pommel. for similar see: c. h. roehring, hatshepsut, from queen to pharaoh, cat. 186. size: 330mm x 40mm; weight: 275g provenance: from a private british collection; with jacques-rene fiechter , switzerland, acquired in 1970s. belgian private collection. belgian art market, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1533","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze dagger with inlaid handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39335/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.336Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39335,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39336/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39336/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39336/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39336/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a bronze dagger with a long double-edged blade tapering gradually to a rounded point and strengthened by a central rib. a broad rectangular hilt is cast in one with the blade and decorated with incised geometric motifs, terminating in a double falcon-headed pommel. size: 380mm x 60mm; weight: 465g provenance: from a private uk collection; a. de kock collection, the netherlands, acquired in 1970s. dutch art market, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1534","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze dagger with double falcon-headed pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39336/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.339Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39336,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39337/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39337/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39337/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39337/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39337/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1300 - 900 bc. a bronze dagger with a long leaf-shaped blade tapering towards the point, a pronounced medial rib, and a rounded guard. the cylindrical lapis lazuli grip is set between moulded bronze collars and surmounted by a bulbous bronze pommel with disc mouldings and a knop finial. size: 420mm x 60mm; weight: 570g provenance: from a private uk collection; ex r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1535","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze dagger with lapis lazuli handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39337/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.341Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39337,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39338/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39338/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39338/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39338/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2000 - 1000 bc. a collection of three cast bronze fenestrated axe heads, each with a straight vertical hafting edge and a broad, crescent-shaped blade with a convex cutting edge. each head is pierced by two large oval openings arranged vertically. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 15.2.5a, b, 23.10.2. size: 130/145mm x 88-95mm; weight: 465g provenance: private collection, acquired before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1536","title":{"en":"collection of egyptian bronze fenestrated axe heads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39338/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.343Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39338,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39339/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39339/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39339/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39339/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39339/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a bronze jar with a globular body, short cylindrical neck and broad everted rim. an arched swing handle is attached to the rim by paired loop fittings with recurved terminals. the body is incised with a rectangular panel of hieroglyphic inscription. accompanied by a modern custom-made display stand. size: 220mm x 140mm; weight: 1.19kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. rupert wace, 31 march 2008. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1537","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze inscribed jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39339/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.345Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39339,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39340/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39340/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39340/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ptolemaic period, ca. 332 - 30 bc. a carved granite relief fragment depicting the head of a man in profile. the face has a prominent nose, full lips and a rounded chin, with a large ear carved in low relief. size: 100mm x 110mm; weight: 250g provenance: private collection, acquired in europe before 1992. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1538","title":{"en":"egyptian granite relief fragment depicting a male head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39340/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.346Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39340,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39341/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39341/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39341/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to third intermediate period, ca. 1500 - 664 bc. a white faience ushabti depicting a mummiform figure wearing a tripartite black wig. the face has large eyes outlined in black, arched brows and a small mouth. the arms are crossed over the chest, with the hands holding agricultural implements, a hoe and a pick. a broad beaded collar encircles the neck. the front is inscribed with a vertical column of hieroglyphs, enclosed by a linear border and extending from the chest towards the feet. the reverse is plain apart from a rectangular representation of a seed basket suspended between the shoulders. for similar see: met museum object number: 86.1.26 size: 160mm x 50mm; weight: 150g provenance: private collection; ex. emile saad paris, alexandria collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1539","title":{"en":"egyptian white faience ushabti"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39341/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:23.348Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39341,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39342/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39342/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39342/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to third intermediate period, ca. 1500 - 664 bc. a white faience ushabti depicting a mummiform figure wearing a tripartite black wig. the face has large eyes outlined in black, arched brows and a small mouth. the arms are crossed over the chest, with the hands holding agricultural implements, a hoe and a pick. a broad beaded collar encircles the neck. the front is inscribed with a vertical column of hieroglyphs, enclosed by a linear border and extending from the chest towards the feet. for similar see: met museum object number: 86.1.26 size: 130mm x 45mm; weight: 120g provenance: private collection; ex. emile saad paris, alexandria collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1540","title":{"en":"egyptian white faience ushabti"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39342/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.361Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39342,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39343/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39343/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39343/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39343/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a cast bronze figurine of an ibis seated with its legs tucked beneath the body and broad feet extending forward. the long, sinuous neck curves upwards to a narrow head with a slender, downward-curving beak. the wings are folded along the sides of the body, with individual flight feathers rendered by incised lines. four short projections extend beneath the feet for attachment. for similar see: christie's, live auction, 14230, antiquities, lot. 21 size: 70mm x 70mm; weight: 85g provenance: private collection; ex. m.c. collection, acquired between 1930 and 1960. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1541","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze figurine of an ibis"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39343/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.363Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39343,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39344/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39344/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39344/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39344/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39344/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39344/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a cast bronze figurine of a kneeling priest with a slender, bare torso and both arms raised in a gesture of adoration. the figure has a shaved head, large ears and a narrow face with deeply recessed eyes, a prominent nose and a small mouth. mounted on a modern custom-made stand. size: 110mm x 40mm; weight: 310g provenance: private collection; formerly private collection, mr. e.m. (1880-1954), zu_rich, switzerland, ) assembled since the1930s. amongst the collection were several egyptian bronze figures; thence by descent. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":4000,"lotNumber":"1542","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze figurine of a kneeling priest"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39344/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.365Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,500 - £4,000","currency":"GBP","id":39344,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":1300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39345/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39345/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39345/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39345/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 100 bc. an alabaster alabastron with a globular body tapering to a rounded base, a narrow cylindrical neck and a broad, flat disc rim. two opposed lug handles project from the shoulders. size: 96mm x 70mm; weight: 195g provenance: private collection; acquired in the mid 1980s - late 1990s; from the family collection of mr. s.a. switzerland, thence by descent private collection since the late 1990s. (in switzerland prior to the swiss ltbc law of 2005). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"1543","title":{"en":"egyptian alabaster alabastron"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39345/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.367Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":39345,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39346/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39346/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39346/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"early dynastic period, ca. 3000 - 2600 bc. a pale stone shallow bowl with a broad, gently curving body and a rounded rim. the interior slopes gradually towards a recessed central medallion enclosed by a fine incised circular border. size: 40mm x 210mm; weight: 590g provenance: private collection; ex. bonhams, 8 november 2001, lot 622 / bonhams 16 may 2002. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1544","title":{"en":"egyptian stone shallow bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39346/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.369Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39346,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39347/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39347/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39347/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom to late period, ca. 1550 - 332 bc. a long necklace composed of numerous small annular glass beads in yellow, green, red and white, strung in alternating sequences along a single strand. size: 400/800mm x 4mm; 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weight: 840g provenance: private uk collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a switzerland-based collection formed in the late 20th century. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1547","title":{"en":"stunning egyptian naqada polished flask"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39349/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.375Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39349,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39350/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a terracotta jar with an elongated ovoid body tapering towards a pointed base and a rounded shoulder. the exterior is inscribed in black with multiple horizontal lines of script arranged across the upper body. below, a zigzag band is framed by horizontal lines. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 19.3.24. size: 400mm x 195mm; weight: 3.33kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. bonhams, 29 april 2004, lot 42. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1548","title":{"en":"egyptian terracotta inscribed jar with geometric decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39350/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.377Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39350,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39351/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a wooden stick with a long straight shaft terminating in a carved duck head finial. the head curves forward from the shaft, with an elongated neck and a projecting beak. bone inlays mark the eye and beak, with further geometric inserts set into the sides of the head. for similar see: c. h. roehrig, hatshepsut: from queen to pharaoh, cat. 55, staff of tusi. size: 400mm x 45mm; weight: 155g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. charles ede. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a statement from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1549","title":{"en":"egyptian wooden stick with duck head finial and bone inlays"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39351/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:26.378Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39351,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39352/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39352/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39352/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39352/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39352/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39352/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"roman period, ca. 30 bc - ad 200. a cast bronze figure of a seated baboon, resting on its haunches with the forearms placed along the thighs and the hands on the knees. the head has a projecting muzzle and is surmounted by a large lunar disc set within a tall crescent. the animal sits on an integral rectangular base. for similar see: the british museum, museum number ea35401. size: 160mm x 50mm; weight: 505g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly in the s.s. collection, assembled from the 1970s onwards. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1550","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze seated baboon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39352/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.063Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39352,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39353/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39353/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39353/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a pair of carved wooden inlays shaped as stylised lotus flowers, each with a broad, flaring upper section tapering to a narrow stem. the petals are arranged symmetrically, with elongated black, red and white stone inlays separated by raised wooden borders. for similar see: c. h. roehring, hatshepsut, from queen to pharaoh, met museum, fig. 102. size: 100-140mm x 65-65mm; weight: 30g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly in the s.s. collection, assembled from the 1970s onwards. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1551","title":{"en":"stunning pair of egyptian wooden lotus flower inlays"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39353/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.075Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39353,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39354/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a collection of egyptian papyrus fragments from chapter 125 of the book of the dead, inscribed with vertical columns of hieroglyphic text in black ink, separated by ruled lines. the fragments are illustrated with polychrome vignettes depicting rows of funerary deities and mummiform figures, with details painted in red, blue, black and white. mounted in modern presentation frames. size: 525mm x 260mm; weight: 5.8kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. christie's, 5 oct. 2000, lot 101. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1552","title":{"en":"egyptian papyrus fragments from chapter 125 of the book of the dead - ex christie's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39354/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_BooksMagazinesPaper","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.083Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39354,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39355/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39355/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39355/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39355/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39355/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a slender elongated bronze vessel with an ovoid body tapering to a rounded, footless base and rising to a narrow cylindrical neck. its stopper, carved from honey-coloured calcite or ?egyptian alabaster?, takes the form of a falcon?s head wearing a finely striated tripartite wig, with deeply outlined eyes and a short projecting beak. the image represents qebehsenuef, the falcon-headed son of horus traditionally entrusted with the protection of the intestines. conceived as a reduced version of a canopic jar, the vessel was probably funerary or votive rather than intended for ordinary storage. size: 150mm x 40mm; weight: 290g provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a statement from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1553","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze and alabaster ritual vessel with falcon-shaped stopper"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39355/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.092Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39355,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":700,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39356/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39356/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39356/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39356/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2nd - 1st millennium bc. an alabaster vessel with an elongated, gently tapering body terminating in a rounded base. the sides narrow towards a short neck and a thick, projecting rim. size: 270mm x 120mm; 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(in switzerland prior to the swiss ltbc law of 2005) . this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1554","title":{"en":"egyptian alabaster vessel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39356/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.164Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39356,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39357/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39357/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39357/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39357/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39357/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1st millennium bc. an alabaster alabastron with an elongated ovoid body tapering to a rounded base, surmounted by a short cylindrical neck and a thick, everted rim. two opposed lug handles project from the rounded shoulders. size: 110mm x 70mm; weight: 305g provenance: private collection; acquired in europe before 1992. notarized, in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1555","title":{"en":"egyptian alabaster alabastron"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39357/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.179Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£900 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39357,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39358/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39358/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39358/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39358/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a blue faience vase with a rounded lower body on a narrow foot and a tall flaring neck. for similar see:met museum object number: 35.3.97a, b size: 85mm x 85mm; 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weight: 340g provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1557","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze flask with a baboon finial"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39359/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.195Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39359,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39360/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39360/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39360/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39360/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39360/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a cast bronze figurine of the apis bull standing on a narrow integral base with a projecting tenon beneath. the animal has a compact body, slender legs and a lowered head, surmounted by a large solar disc between the horns with a uraeus at the front. for similar see: christie's, live auction 10373, antiquities, 1 october 2015, lot 147. size: 80mm x 75mm; weight: 160g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1558","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze apis bull figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39360/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.206Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39360,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39361/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39361/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39361/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a collection of three alabaster alabastra, including, from left to right: a slender vessel with a piriform body tapering towards the neck, with a narrow mouth and two lateral lug handles; a tall example with a long tapering body, funnel-shaped neck, thick rim and opposed lug handles at the shoulder; and a shorter alabastron with a tapering body, thickened rim and lug handles below the neck. size: 100-235mm x 45-55mm; weight: 670g provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the netherlands 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":"1559","title":{"en":"collection of egyptian alabaster alabastra"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39361/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.214Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39361,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39362/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39362/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39362/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39362/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39362/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"middle kingdom, ca. 2055 - 1790 bc. a blue faience amulet modelled as a standing hippopotamus with a broad body, short legs, rounded ears and an elongated muzzle. for similar see: the british museum, museum number ea35004. size: 80mm x 40mm; weight: 60g provenance: from a central london private collection; earlier acquired on the uk art market before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation"},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1560","title":{"en":"egyptian faience hippopotamus amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39362/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.980Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39362,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39363/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39363/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late to roman period, ca. 664 bc - ad 200. a pair of bronze and stone mummy eyes, each with an almond-shaped bronze frame enclosing a pale stone sclera and a circular reddish stone iris centred by a dark pupil. each is accompanied by a separate curved bronze brow. for similar see: national museum of liverpool, inventory number 24.9.00.73. size: 110-110mm x 5-30mm; weight: 115g provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1561","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze and stone mummy eyes with brows"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39363/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.983Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39363,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39364/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39364/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late to roman period, ca. 664 bc - ad 200. a pair of bronze and stone mummy eyes, each with an almond-shaped bronze frame enclosing a pale stone sclera and a broad dark stone iris. the upper contour is arched, with the lower line extending laterally into a long cosmetic line. for similar see: national museum of liverpool, inventory number 24.9.00.73. size: 95-95mm x 20-20mm; weight: 40g provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1562","title":{"en":"egyptian bronze and stone mummy eyes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39364/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.985Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39364,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39365/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39365/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late to roman period, ca. 664 bc - ad 200. a collection of two pairs of bronze and stone mummy eyes, each with an almond-shaped bronze frame enclosing a pale stone sclera and a contrasting circular iris. the upper pair is set with reddish stone irises, with the bronze contours extending into slender cosmetic lines. the lower pair has darker irises within broader bronze frames. for similar see: national museum of liverpool, inventory number 24.9.00.73. size: 50-80mm x 20-20mm; weight: 50g provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1563","title":{"en":"two pairs of egyptian bronze and stone mummy eyes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39365/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.987Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39365,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39366/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39366/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39366/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"predynastic, ca. 2900 - 2600 bc. a greywacke offering table with a broad rounded body narrowing to a short rectangular projection at one end. the upper face is plain and smoothly finished, with a circular perforation near the edge and a second piercing through the projecting tab. for similar see: d. leeman, predynastic palettes of ancient egypt; petrie museum petrie museum - uc73439 size: 105mm x 65mm; weight: 75g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. christies, 25 april 2007, lot 73, sale 7376. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1564","title":{"en":"egyptian greywacke offering table"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39366/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.989Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39366,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39367/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39367/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39367/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a collection of six faience shabtis covered in lustrous layers of green and turquoise-hued glaze. the ushabtis stand mummiform atop an integral rectangular plinth, holding the symbolic pick and hoe in arms crossed atop the chest, with a seed bag incised behind the left shoulder. the narrow countenance features almond-shaped eyes, a prominent nose, a false beard, and cupped ears beneath a simple tripartite wig. for similar see: met museum object number: 2021.41.150; 74.51.4495. size: 115-120mm x 35-40mm; weight: 340g provenance: private us collection, acquired in the european art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"1565","title":{"en":"collection of egyptian faience ushabtis"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39367/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.990Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":39367,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39368/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39368/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39368/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late period, ca. 664 - 332 bc. a collection of six faience shabtis covered in lustrous layers of green and turquoise-hued glaze. the ushabtis stand mummiform atop an integral rectangular plinth, holding the symbolic pick and hoe in arms crossed atop the chest, with a seed bag incised behind the left shoulder. the narrow countenance features almond-shaped eyes, a prominent nose, a false beard, and cupped ears beneath a simple tripartite wig. for similar see: met museum object number: 2021.41.150; 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weight: 4.4kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. this piece is accompanied by a report from lisa sartini, egyptologist phd of chimera heritage consultants."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1567","title":{"en":"egyptian amarna period painted pottery jar with papyrus stalks and rosettes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39369/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.994Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39369,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39370/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39370/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39370/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"old kingdom, ca. 2600 - 2200 bc. a collection of 12 alabaster miniature offerings, including, from top left: four baluster-shaped objects with constricted waists and conical terminals; a bifurcated piece with two projecting tips; four elongated vessels of cylindrical and tapering profile; a rod; a pointed wedge-shaped block; and a globular vessel with a narrow neck and flaring rim. size: 40-75mm x 25-35mm; weight: 515g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. jacques billen private collection. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1568","title":{"en":"large collection of egyptian alabaster miniature offerings"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39370/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.996Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39370,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39371/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39371/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39371/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39371/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39371/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"old kingdom, ca. 2600 - 2200 bc. a pair of breccia stone offering vessels, from left to right: a deep bowl with rounded walls curving inward towards a broad mouth and resting on a flattened base; and a globular vessel with a constricted neck, broad flaring rim and low circular foot. size: 110-120mm x 120-160mm; weight: 2.2kg provenance: private uk collection; jean paul barbier collection, 1960s. belgian art dealer, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1569","title":{"en":"pair of egyptian breccia stone offering vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39371/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.998Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39371,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39372/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 30 bc - ad 200. a leather shoe with a rounded toe, low sides and a heel section. the upper is cut from shaped panels joined by visible stitching along the sides, with a narrow tongue extending over the instep. the sole is constructed from layered leather and stitched around the perimeter. for similar see: a. j. veldmejier, leatherwork from elephantine, aswan, egypt, el-059a. size: 160mm x 65mm; weight: 50g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1570","title":{"en":"romano-egyptian leather shoe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39372/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.159Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39372,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39373/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39373/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39373/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39373/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39373/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39373/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a pair of sandals with thick wooden soles edged with sheet bronze secured by regularly spaced rivets for similar see: ancona, national archaeological museum of marche, inv. no. 65749 size: 115-140mm x 70-90mm; weight: 660g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1571","title":{"en":"unique pair of egyptian bronze and wood sandals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39373/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.162Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39373,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39374/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39374/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39374/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39374/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"roman period, ca. 30 bc - ad 200. a carved wooden sarcophagus mask with an elongated face beneath a broad headdress. the arched brows frame large almond-shaped eyes recessed for inlay, with pronounced lids extending towards the temples. a long straight nose descends to a compact mouth. size: 165mm x 95mm; 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weight: 11kg provenance: private collection, acquired before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":35000,"lotNumber":"1575","title":{"en":"phoenician terracotta figure of a seated youth"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39377/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":13000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.169Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£25,000 - £35,000","currency":"GBP","id":39377,"estimateMin":25000},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39378/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 400 bc. a mould-made terracotta figurine depicting a standing female musician playing a harp. she wears a long chiton beneath a mantle draped over her head and shoulders, with her hair arranged in short curls across the forehead. the garment is gathered at the waist and falls in vertical folds to the feet. the figure stands on a rectangular plinth above a tall, flaring pedestal. for similar see: museum of fine arts budapest inventory number 2003.3.a size: 510mm x 130mm; weight: 3kg provenance: private collection, acquired 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1576","title":{"en":"phoenician terracotta female figure playing harp"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39378/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.171Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39378,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39379/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 400 bc. a mould-made terracotta figurine depicting a standing female musician playing a flute. she wears a long chiton beneath a mantle draped over her head and shoulders, with her hair arranged in short curls across the forehead. the garment is gathered at the waist and falls in vertical folds to the feet. the figure stands on a rectangular plinth above a tall, flaring pedestal. for similar see: museum of fine arts budapest inventory number 2003.3.a size: 500mm x 130mm; weight: 3kg provenance: private collection, acquired 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1577","title":{"en":"phoenician terracotta female figure playing flute"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39379/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.173Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39379,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39380/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39380/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39380/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39380/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39380/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39380/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 200 bc. a terracotta head of a youth with an elongated neck and a softly modelled face. the eyes are almond-shaped beneath gently arched brows, with a straight nose and slightly parted lips. short wavy hair is arranged in layered locks across the forehead and temples, with the ears exposed at the sides. for similar see: national museums liverpool, inventory number m12913. size: 265mm x 190mm; weight: 1.63kg 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":"1578","title":{"en":"romano-etruscan terracotta head of a youth"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39380/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.175Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39380,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39381/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 200 bc. a large terracotta votive head of a young man, with a broad face, elongated neck and thick wavy hair framing the forehead and temples. the ears are exposed beneath the hair. deep-set eyes are set beneath a softly modelled brow, and the full lips are slightly parted. the neck broadens towards the flat base, and the back is plain and flattened. for similar see: christie's, live auction 5952, antiquities, lot. 505. size: 305mm x 200mm; weight: 3.7kg provenance: from a private london collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a dutch collection formed during the 1970s?1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1579","title":{"en":"large etruscan terracotta votive head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39381/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:30.177Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39381,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":13000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39382/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 500 bc. a terracotta incense burner with a bulbous body resting on a spreading circular foot, decorated throughout with closely spaced vertical fluting. the rounded shoulder tapers to a ribbed, bulbous neck supporting a tall, flaring mouth pierced with two registers of triangular openings separated by raised horizontal bands, beneath a broad everted rim. size: 590mm x 300mm; weight: 5.7kg provenance: private collection; ex. european private collection, 1994. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":35000,"lotNumber":"1580","title":{"en":"important etruscan fineware incense burner"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39382/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":13000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.028Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£25,000 - £35,000","currency":"GBP","id":39382,"estimateMin":25000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39383/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 - 650 bc. a large hammered bronze basin with a deep hemispherical body, rounded base and a broad, plain rim. the vessel is supported on six tall, slender bronze legs, each surmounted by a riveted attachment plate with a pointed terminal securing it to the lower body. the supports are cast in openwork, each depicting a stylised horse and rider in profile, with the horse standing on a horizontal bar and its elongated neck extending forward to a raised head with pointed ears. the riders have slender torsos, their heads surmounted by conical helmets, with their arms extended towards the horses' necks. the animals have arched backs, angular legs and long, curving tails. beneath each horse, an openwork panel encloses a stylised bird with a sinuous neck and curved body, framed by sweeping bronze scrolls. the vertical supports continue below the figural panels to broad, flattened feet with outward-curving terminals. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 54.11.1, 2021.40.39. size: 520mm x 340mm; weight: 5.6kg provenance: private london collection; joseph j. klejman collection, usa, 1980s-1990s. uk art gallery, 1990s 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":15000,"lotNumber":"1581","title":{"en":"late villanovan and etruscan bronze basin with figural legs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39383/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.030Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39383,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39384/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39384/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39384/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39384/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39384/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39384/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 400 bc. a bronze statuette of a female votary standing on an integral plinth above a broad rectangular base with moulded edges. she wears a long close-fitting garment beneath a mantle falling from the shoulders, with incised geometric ornament across the bodice and patterned borders along the mantle. her long hair falls down the back. in her right hand she holds an eight-petalled flower. size: 185mm x 70mm; 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weight: 17kg provenance: private london collection; ex. ancient resource auctions, 2018. a copy of the original invoice will accompany the piece. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1583","title":{"en":"rare etruscan nenfro head of sphinx"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39385/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.034Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39385,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":13000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39386/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39386/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39386/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39386/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 bc. a carved marble funerary relief fragment depicting a youthful male figure in three-quarter view, his head bowed and turned to his right. his short, thick hair is arranged in closely carved curls, framing a face with features rendered in low relief. a mantle is draped over his shoulder, with curved folds descending across the back and upper arm. his left arm is bent at the elbow, with the hand raised. the figure appears against a plain recessed ground, enclosed on the right by a raised border. for similar see: british museum number 2012,5019.1.51 size: 480mm x 410mm; weight: 40kg provenance: private collection, acquired 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":35000,"lotNumber":"1584","title":{"en":"greek marble relief fragment from the tomb of a youth"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39386/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":13000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.036Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£25,000 - £35,000","currency":"GBP","id":39386,"estimateMin":25000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39387/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 bc. a marble head of a girl with a rounded fleshy face and slightly projecting chin. her hair is arranged in a melon coiffure, divided into broad sections and encircled by a double braid. the softly modelled features include narrow eyes beneath contoured brows, a straight nose and a closed mouth with dimples at the corners. the ears are exposed beneath the braided hair, and the head terminates in a short neck. for related examples see: no. 27 in vermeule and brauer, stone sculptures, the greek, roman and etruscan collections of the harvard university art museums, and no. 50 in true and kozloff, a passion for antiquities, ancient art from the collection of barbara and lawrence fleischman. size: 160mm x 115mm; weight: 4.92kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. christie's, antiquities, new york, 8 june 2012, lot 83. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1585","title":{"en":"greek marble head of a girl - ex christie's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39387/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.045Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39387,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":4000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39388/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39388/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39388/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39388/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39388/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39388/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 200 - 1 bc. a marble head of aphrodite, slightly inclined, with the hair parted at the centre, swept back in broad locks and gathered behind. the facial features are softly carved, with a smooth brow, large eyes, rounded cheeks and a straight nose. for similar see: christie's, online auction 18863, antiquities, lot 34. size: 145mm x 140mm; weight: 2.4kg provenance: from a private uk collection; earlier purchased on the london art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":20000,"lotNumber":"1586","title":{"en":"greek hellenistic marble head of aphrodite"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39388/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":4000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.053Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£10,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39388,"estimateMin":10000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39389/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39389/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39389/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 500 bc. a hollow mould-made terracotta head of a youthful female figure, gently inclined to one side. the face has almond-shaped eyes beneath softly arched brows, a straight nose and full lips. her hair is arranged in rows of short curls across the forehead, beneath a broad headdress encircling the crown. for similar see: p. giulierini, museo mann, naples, inv. 141024 size: 270mm x 140mm; weight: 1.1kg provenance: private collection; ex. family collection since 1998; formerly american private collection, acquired in the early 1990s. 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1587","title":{"en":"greek terracotta head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39389/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.062Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39389,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39390/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a terracotta figurine of venus standing on a low circular base, wearing a long chiton beneath a mantle draped over the left shoulder and falling in broad folds along the body. her centrally parted hair is arranged beneath a high, elaborate crown with projecting floral ornaments, and large disc earrings flank the face. the left hand presents a round object, possibly an apple, and the right hand is lowered beside the waist. white slip covers parts of the garments, with pink pigment on the mantle and sleeves. a vent hole is present at the back. for similar see: met museum object number: 74.51.1583 size: 300mm x 100mm; weight: 415g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; formerly in an old bavarian collection."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1588","title":{"en":"stunning greek canosan terracotta figurine of crowned venus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39390/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.075Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39390,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39391/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 200 bc. a terracotta situla with a deep body tapering from a broad rounded shoulder to a narrow stem and a spreading circular foot. the wide mouth has a slightly thickened rim, surmounted by two applied female heads at opposite sides. the shoulder is decorated with two prominent relief heads of deities, each framed by a wreath of modelled foliage. for similar see: met museum object number: 1983.528.2 size: 270mm x 210mm; weight: 1.1kg provenance: private collection; ex. private collection, with galerie serodine, ascona, switzerland, early 1990's; ex. collection dr e.n, zoug, acquired in 1995. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1589","title":{"en":"greek terracotta situla with applied heads of deities"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39391/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:27.083Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39391,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39392/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39392/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39392/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39392/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 400 bc. a carved steatite figurine of an owl perched on a low rectangular base, with a compact, elongated body and a large rounded head turned to the side. the face has prominent circular eyes enclosed by concentric rings, a short hooked beak and radiating incised feathers surrounding the face. the wings are folded against the body, their outlines marked by double incised borders and the flight feathers rendered as long, parallel grooves. the tail projects beneath the wings. size: 50mm x 60mm; weight: 120g provenance: private collection; acquired in the mid 1980s - late 1990s; from the family collection of mr. s.a. switzerland, thence by descent private collection since the late 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1590","title":{"en":"eastern steatite figurine of an owl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39392/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.599Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39392,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39393/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 250 - 100 bc. a large cast bronze fitting depicting the abduction of ganymede by zeus in the guise of an eagle. the nude youth is suspended before the eagle's body, with his right arm raised above his head and his left hand resting on his hip. the eagle has a hooked beak and outstretched wings, with overlapping rows of finely incised feathers extending to the tips. ganymede's wavy hair falls to his shoulders, and his legs hang freely against the bird's tail feathers. a curved tubular attachment projects from the reverse. for similar see: vani georgian archaeological museum inv. n 07:1-07/326 size: 190mm x 150mm; weight: 980g provenance: from a private british collection; ex i.h. collection, assembled since 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":6000,"lotNumber":"1591","title":{"en":"hellenistic bronze fitting portraying the abduction of ganymede"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39393/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.602Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39393,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39394/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39394/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39394/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39394/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a gilded terracotta applique depicting an advancing lion on a narrow integral base. the animal has an elongated body and a raised head framed by a deeply modelled mane of radiating locks. the forelegs extend forward, the hind legs brace beneath the body, and the tail curls beneath the rump. a circular perforation runs through the torso. for similar see: gli ori di taranto (inv. 12.340) size: 115mm x 65mm; weight: 60g provenance: london private collection, mayfair; ex uk collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1592","title":{"en":"graeco-etruscan gilded terracotta lion applique"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39394/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.604Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39394,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39395/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39395/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39395/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39395/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 750 - 500 bc. a painted terracotta figure of a rider seated on a horse with four tapering legs, a projecting muzzle and a short tail. the rider has a tall headdress, prominent facial features and outstretched arms. for similar see: v. karageorghis, g. s. merker, j. mertens, the cesnola collection of cypriot art, terracottas, cat. 102. size: 64mm x 58mm; 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weight: 495g 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":"1594","title":{"en":"greek boeotian terracotta standing goddess"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39396/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.608Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39396,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39397/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39397/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39397/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39397/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a carved bone applique depicting an advancing griffin with the forelegs raised and the hind legs extended above a narrow integral base. the aquiline head has an open beak and a prominent crest. a large wing sweeps back over the body, with the feathers arranged in overlapping rows. a circular perforation pierces the torso. for similar see: gli ori di taranto (inv. 12.346) size: 110mm x 70mm; weight: 50g provenance: london private collection, mayfair; ex uk collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1595","title":{"en":"stunning greek bone griffin applique"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39397/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.610Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39397,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39398/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 550 - 400 bc. a massive terracotta funnel krater with a globular body, broad shoulder and wide funnel-shaped mouth. two high loop handles are set vertically on the shoulder, alternating with horned animal protomes. the upper body is painted with broad horizontal bands, followed by a geometric frieze of interlaced lozenges and a pendant scallop border. further dark bands encircle the lower body, leaving the rounded base plain. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 1970.11.11. size: 290mm x 370mm; 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weight: 4.08kg provenance: from a private london collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a dutch collection formed during the 1970s?1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1599","title":{"en":"large graeco-roman terracotta oil amphora"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39401/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:24.618Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39401,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39402/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a black-glazed terracotta hydria with an inverted pear-shaped body on a stemmed foot, a tall cylindrical neck and a broad, everted rim. two horizontal loop handles are attached to the shoulders, with a vertical handle joining the neck to the upper body. the neck is decorated with a painted wreath of stylised flowers and foliage, and the rim with a band of short vertical strokes. for similar see: british museum number 1873,0820.315; 1982,1003.12 size: 360mm x 215mm; weight: 2.06kg provenance: private london collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a dutch private collection formed in the late 20th century. 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":"1600","title":{"en":"rare gnathian hydria with flower decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39402/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.168Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39402,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39403/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 340 - 320 bc. a red-figure bell krater with a deep body tapering to a stemmed foot, a broad everted rim and two upturned handles. side a is painted with a seated muse, holding a lyre, accompanied by eros and flanked by standing figures. side b depicts three standing draped figures engaged in conversation, one holding a staff. both scenes are enclosed below by a meander band, with a laurel wreath beneath the rim and bands of ornament surrounding the handle roots. for similar see: the cleveland museum of art, 1924.534. size: 350mm x 310mm; weight: 3.41kg provenance: private london collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a dutch private collection formed in the late 20th century. 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":"1601","title":{"en":"apulian red-figure bell krater with eros and a muse"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39403/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.171Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39403,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39404/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39404/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39404/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39404/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39404/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 340 - 325 bc. a terracotta bell krater with a deep body tapering to a slender stem and spreading foot, with a broad flaring rim and two upturned loop handles. each side is decorated with the head of a lady of fashion in profile, her hair enclosed in a patterned sakkos and enriched with added white details. she wears an earring and a beaded necklace. large fan-shaped palmettes are set beneath the handles, flanked by scrolling tendrils and floral motifs. a continuous wave band runs below the rim. for similar see: a. d. trendall and a. cambitoglou, the red-figured vases of apulia, vol. ii: late apulian, p. 964, pl. 377, no. 18, fig. 3, pp. 964?965, pl. 377, no. 29, fig. 5, p. 965, pl. 377, no. 32, fig. 6, p. 965, pl. 377, no. 33, fig. 7. size: 255mm x 215mm; 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weight: 1.7kg provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the netherlands 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":"1603","title":{"en":"apulian terracotta red-figure lekanis with ladies of fashion"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39405/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.175Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39405,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39406/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39406/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39406/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39406/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39406/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39406/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 530 - 470 bc. a pair of black-figure vessels, from left to right: a miniature amphora with an ovoid body, paired handles and a broad disc rim, the obverse depicting athena in a crested helmet with a round shield, and the reverse with a seated athlete holding a long race torch, with radiating tongues around the shoulder; and a tall lekythos on a spreading foot, with a cylindrical body, sloping shoulder, narrow neck and single handle, decorated with three draped figures seated on folding chairs (okladiades) and playing musical instruments. bands of dots and radiating tongues frame the figured scene around the shoulder. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 41.162.52. size: 80-160mm x 40-60mm; weight: 200g 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":2000,"lotNumber":"1604","title":{"en":"pair of greek black-figure vessels (amphora and lekythos)"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39406/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.177Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39406,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39407/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 350 bc. a red-figure squat lekythos with an ovoid body on a moulded disc foot, a narrow neck and a tall flaring mouth, with a loop handle joining the shoulder to the neck. vertical tongues decorate the neck and a band of laurel leaves encircles the shoulder. the figural scene depicts a standing nude youth facing a seated draped female, who extends a box towards him in her right hand. a broad fan-shaped palmette fills the zone below the handle, flanked by tall vegetal tendrils, and a band of wave ornament encircles the lower body. for similar see: christie's, live auction 21841, antiquities, lot 47. size: 240mm x 130mm; weight: 515g provenance: private uk collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a switzerland-based collection formed in the late 20th century. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1605","title":{"en":"apulian squat lekythos with libation scene"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39407/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.179Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39407,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39408/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 - 400 bc. a red-figure pelike with an ovoid body on a moulded foot, a short neck beneath a broad overhanging rim and two loop handles joining the neck to the shoulder. one side depicts a hoplite advancing to the right, wearing a crested helmet and holding a spear and large shield. the reverse depicts a draped youth standing with one arm raised and the other extended to the side. a band of laurel leaves encircles the neck. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1867,0508.1252. size: 220mm x 160mm; weight: 825g provenance: london private collection; ex south german collection, european art market, 1980s?1990s. 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":"1606","title":{"en":"rare greek red-figure pelike with hoplite"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39408/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.181Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£900 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39408,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39409/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39409/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39409/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 550 - 300 bc. a collection of three terracotta bowls, including, from left to right: a shallow stemmed dish with concentric bands in the tondo; an apulian plate decorated with a female head in profile, framed by a wave band and striped rim; and a broad shallow bowl with rounded sides, low foot, and plain interior. for similar see: christie's, live auction 21841, antiquities, lot 51. size: 130-190mm x 35-60mm; weight: 700g provenance: from a london private collection; previously part of a dutch collection formed between the 1970s and 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1607","title":{"en":"collection of daunian and apulian terracotta bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39409/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.183Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39409,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39410/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39410/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39410/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39410/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39410/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 450 - 300 bc. a pair of black-glaze vessels, from left to right: a red-figure squat lekythos with an ovoid body on a low ring foot, a narrow neck with flaring mouth and a single loop handle joining the shoulder to the neck, decorated with a nude satyr bending forward and grasping drapery, with a large palmette beneath the handle flanked by upright vegetal tendrils; and an olpe with a globular body, tall concave neck, broad flaring rim and a single loop handle. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2021.40.32. size: 120-175mm x 95-95mm; weight: 495g provenance: london private collection; ex south german collection, european art market, 1980s?1990s."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"1608","title":{"en":"pair of greek red-figure and black-glazed vessels (squat lekythos and olpe)"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39410/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.185Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":39410,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39411/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39411/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39411/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39411/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 200 - 100 bc. a terracotta hemispherical bowl with a broad, slightly everted rim and a rounded base. a horizontal band of repeating motifs encircles the upper body between concentric ridges. below, the exterior is decorated in moulded relief with alternating acanthus leaves, curling tendrils and flowering stems converging towards an eight-petalled rosette at the centre of the base. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 41.162.91. size: 70mm x 125mm; weight: 200g provenance: private collection; ex. european private collection; acquired by the current owner in switzerland in 2001; (notarized in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1609","title":{"en":"megarian terracotta bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39411/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:32.187Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39411,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39412/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39412/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39412/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39412/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39412/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 625 - 575 bc. a terracotta aryballos with a globular body, short neck, broad disc mouth and a short strap handle joining the rim to the shoulder. the body is painted with an ibex in profile, advancing on slender legs, with a long horn curving backwards. a rosette and circular motifs fill the surrounding field. concentric bands decorate the upper face of the mouth. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 41.162.164. size: 36mm x 36mm; weight: 80g provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the french art market before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1610","title":{"en":"etrusco-corinthian aryballos with ibex"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39412/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.974Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39412,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39413/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39413/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39413/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 500 bc. a pair of bucchero kantharos, each with a deep bowl on a spreading pedestal foot and two tall loop handles extending above the rim, with a narrow band of impressed decoration around the lower body. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 96.9.160. size: 150-170mm x 110-135mm; weight: 560g provenance: london private collection; ex south german collection, european art market, 1980s?1990s."},"estimateMax":1000,"lotNumber":"1611","title":{"en":"pair of etruscan bucchero kantharos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39413/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.976Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£600 - £1,000","currency":"GBP","id":39413,"estimateMin":600},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39414/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39414/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39414/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 - 600 bc. a collection of three burnished terracotta amphorae, each with a globular body on a low ring foot, a short flaring neck and two high loop handles, with raised chevron motifs decorating the shoulder. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 96.18.88. size: 165-190mm x 135-160mm; weight: 2.15kg provenance: london private collection; ex south german collection, european art market, 1980s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1612","title":{"en":"collection of villanovan amphorae"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39414/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.978Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39414,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39415/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39415/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39415/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 900 - 700 bc. a collection of three burnished vessels, including, from left to right: a jug with a broad lower body, tapering neck, flaring mouth and a high loop handle; a globular jug on a low foot, with a tall flaring neck, a trefoil spout and a single arched handle; and a squat jug with a rounded body, short neck, trefoil mouth and a high loop handle. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1984,1024.1; 1892,0517.18. size: 150-195mm x 110-140mm; weight: 1.62kg provenance: london private collection; ex south german collection, european art market, 1980s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1613","title":{"en":"collection of villanovan vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39415/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.980Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39415,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39416/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39416/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39416/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39416/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39416/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39416/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 bc. a large hammered bronze jar with a broad, globular body, rounded base and short neck terminating in a wide, everted rim. size: 280mm x 220mm; weight: 4.95kg provenance: private london collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a dutch private collection formed in the late 20th century. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1614","title":{"en":"large etruscan bronze jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39416/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.982Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39416,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39417/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39417/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39417/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39417/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39417/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39417/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 800 - 700 bc. a bronze cup with a deep hemispherical bowl set on a low flaring foot and a straight rim. the handle is formed as a cast quadruped with an elongated body, slender legs, a long neck, projecting muzzle and pointed ears. size: 150mm x 140mm; weight: 550g provenance: from a private british collection; ex i.h. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1615","title":{"en":"early greek geometric bronze cup with quadruped handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39417/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.984Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39417,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39418/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39418/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a pair of bronze and stone mummy eyes, each with an almond-shaped bronze frame edged with projecting triangular lashes and set with a pale stone sclera, reddish circular iris and dark pupil. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 1991.11.3a, b. size: 50-50mm x 30-30mm; weight: 50g provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1616","title":{"en":"greek bronze and stone mummy eyes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39418/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.986Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39418,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":440,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39419/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39419/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39419/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39419/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39419/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 400 bc. a mould-made terracotta figurine depicting a standing female figure wearing a long garment and a tall cylindrical polos headdress. her rounded face is framed by hair descending along the sides of the neck. both arms are bent at the elbows, with the hands brought together beneath the breasts. the elongated body is enveloped in a closely fitting garment extending to the feet. the figure stands on a low, spreading rectangular base. for similar see: met museum object number: 59.48.14 size: 200mm x 50mm; weight: 205g provenance: private collection; ex. collection of dr e.n, zoug, acquired in 1995; ex. private collection, with galerie serodine, ascona, switzerland, early 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1617","title":{"en":"greek terracotta figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39419/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":440,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.988Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39419,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39420/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39420/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39420/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39420/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 500 bc. two horsemen are shown mounted on hand-modelled terracotta horses, both conceived frontally with widely spread legs forming stable supports. each animal has a long projecting muzzle, applied circular eyes and simplified ears, while the rider rises directly from the horse?s back in a compact, schematic composition. the rider on the left wears a high pointed or folded cap; his companion has a more elaborate face with an applied beard and prominent headdress. the left figure retains a pale buff surface, whereas the right preserves a reddish fabric with dark brown to black painted areas extending over both horse and rider. their handmade construction, emphatic headgear and applied facial details closely accord with cypro-archaic equestrian votive figurines. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1982,0726.92. size: 130-135mm x 75-85mm; weight: 290g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. old bavarian collection. accompanied by a german export license. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1618","title":{"en":"pair of cypriot terracotta horse-and-rider figures"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39420/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.990Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39420,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39421/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39421/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39421/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39421/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 bc. a pair of black-glazed terracotta shallow bowls, each with a low rounded bowl resting on a short foot. the broad, thickened rim is decorated with a continuous series of vertical grooves. size: 30-30mm x 120-125mm; weight: 405g provenance: private collection; ex-swiss private collection, collected in the 1960s-1970s. notarized, in switzerland before 2005 ltbc. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1619","title":{"en":"pair of greek black-glazed shallow bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39421/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.992Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£900 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39421,"estimateMin":900},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39422/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39422/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39422/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39422/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39422/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 bc. a cast bronze figure of a standing female offerer, wearing a tall conical headdress and a long close-fitting garment gathered at the waist and falling in vertical folds to the feet. her hair falls to either side of the face, and a broad necklace encircles the neck. she holds a small vessel with both hands before the chest. size: 215mm x 65mm; weight: 620g provenance: from a private british collection; ex i.h. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1620","title":{"en":"eastern mediterranean bronze figure of a female offerer"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39422/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.078Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39422,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39423/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39423/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39423/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39423/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a bronze bowl with a broad shallow body and a central omphalos enclosed by concentric mouldings. numerous narrow radial lobes extend from the central field towards the rim, creating a continuous fluted pattern across the base. the bowl has a plain slightly thickened rim. size: 50mm x 195mm; weight: 240g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a german collection before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1621","title":{"en":"greek period bronze lobed mesomphalos bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39423/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.080Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39423,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39424/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39424/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39424/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39424/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39424/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39424/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a silver phiale with a broad shallow body. the centre is set with a gilt medallion comprising an omphalos surrounded by a band of rounded petals and an outer frieze of pointed leaves. size: 155mm x 40mm; weight: 155g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in germany; earlier part of a french collection assembled in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1622","title":{"en":"greek silver-gilt mesomphalos phiale"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39424/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.082Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39424,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":10000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39425/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 525 - 475 bc. a bronze corinthian helmet with a deep domed crown tapering smoothly into the face guard. the front is pierced with almond-shaped eye openings beneath an arched brow, divided by a long integral nose guard with a rounded lower end. broad cheekpieces descend on either side of the face and narrow towards their lower edges. the lower edge extends around the back into a projecting neck guard. restored. for similar see: christie's, live auction 18699, lot 152; the british museum, museum number 1873,0910.1. size: 240mm x 210mm; weight: 1.12kg provenance: private london collection; pierre caubel collection, france, 1970s-1990s. uk art gallery, 2010s. 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":"1623","title":{"en":"rare corinthian bronze helmet of the hermione type"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39425/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.084Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39425,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39426/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a bronze helmet with a hemispherical skull constructed from two plates fastened from brow to nape with a series of rivets. each half is reinforced by a raised ridge flanking the central join, the ridges diverging above the brow and continuing into a broad raised band encircling the lower edge of the skull. long hinged cheekpieces descend from either side, each tapering towards a rounded lower end and pierced near the terminal. size: 300mm x 230mm; weight: 550g provenance: from a private british collection; jean mikas collection, france, acquired in 1970s. uk art gallery, 1990 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":15000,"lotNumber":"1624","title":{"en":"greek chalcidian bronze helmet with cheek pieces"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39426/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.086Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39426,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39427/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 400 bc. a large bronze chalcidian helmet with a high crown and a pronounced central ridge descending towards the brow. the front is shaped with broad arched eye openings and a short integral nose guard, its border decorated with a line of punched circles continuing across the brow and down the nose guard. each cheek piece is attached by a multi-knuckle hinge and has a broad rounded lower end edged with punched ornament, with a fastening hole near the tip. the rear descends to a short flaring neck guard. for similar see: met museum object number: 2003.407.2 size: 305mm x 260mm; weight: 1.06kg provenance: private london collection; reinhold hofst?tter collection, austria, acquired in 1970s. french private collection, 1980s-1990s. 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":15000,"lotNumber":"1625","title":{"en":"large chalcidian bronze helmet with cheekpieces"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39427/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.088Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39427,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39428/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 bc. a bronze helmet with a domed crown divided by a prominent ridge and encircled above the lower edge by a raised horizontal band. applied spiral horns of zeus ammon flank the brow on either side of the central ridge. two elongated cheek pieces are suspended from the sides, each with a broad rounded lower end bordered by a raised margin and secured beneath the helmet by riveted attachments. size: 310mm x 225mm; weight: 655g provenance: private london collection; frederik hendrik piket collection, the netherlands, 1970s-2000s. 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":15000,"lotNumber":"1626","title":{"en":"greek chalcidian bronze helmet with zeus ammon horns and cheekpieces"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39428/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.090Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39428,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":10000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39429/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 bc. a bronze helmet with a tall, rounded crown surmounted by a conical finial with a globular terminal. the lower edge flares outwards, extending into a short projecting peak above the neck. a pair of elongated cheekpieces is attached to the sides by riveted hinges, each with a curved profile and a scalloped inner edge. the cheekpieces taper towards their rounded lower terminals, with perforations for fastening.\" with \"a collection of books exploring greek art. the group includes catalogues, illustrated monographs, and academic works by leading specialists in the field: ?cole franaise d' athnes, guide de thasos, 1968. guido libertini, il teatro antico e la sua evoluzione, 1933. bernard berenson, l'arco di costantino o della decadenza della forma, 1952. ministry of culture, paros, archaelogical receipts fund edition, athens 1988. a.h. smith, the mausoleum and scuptures of halicarnassos and prien, in the british museum, part v, volume ii, london 1900. robert and kathleen cook, southern greece: an archaeological guide of attica, delphi and the peloponnese, london 1968. athens annals of archaelogy, volume iv, part 1, 1971. martha leeb hadzi, transformations in hellenistic art, 1983. cornelius c. vermeule iii, hellenistic and roman cuirassed statues: a supplement, berytus xv, 1964. erik hallager, the mycenaean palace at knossos, memoir i, stokholm, 1977. p.a mountjoy, mycenaean pottery: an introduction, 1993. john onians, art and thought in the hellenistic age: the greek world view 350 - 50 bc, thames and hudson edition, london 1979. f.w. walbank, the hellenistic world, f.w. walbank 1981 size: 340mm x 270mm; weight: 1.07kg provenance: private european collection; ex. uk collection; formerly in a swiss art gallery and a belgian collection, 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":30000,"lotNumber":"1627","title":{"en":"rare attic bronze helmet with cheek pieces"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39429/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.092Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39429,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":50000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39430/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 350. a late roman parade helmet of berkasovo type, dating to the early 4th century ad, with a domed crown assembled from separate plates and covered with decorated silver sheathing. the crown is reinforced by a broad transverse band secured with prominent domed rivets and embellished with circular and square settings, some retaining coloured stone and glass inlays. above the crown rises an arched crest comprising a curved metal band supported by 28 cylindrical struts and decorated with rounded terminals and rivets. the silver-clad surface is further ornamented with finely punched beaded borders and geometric motifs. a broad reinforcing band encircles the lower edge of the skull, decorated with repouss? chevrons and punched dots. at the front, the brow band extends into a pointed nose guard, while the arched eye openings are framed by punched decoration and raised bosses. a pair of elongated cheekpieces descends from the sides, each decorated with four circular gem settings and bearing a greek inscription along its upper edge: ____?_ _____?_ ____ _______ _____ ___ _ __ __, principally translated a dizzon, wear [this] in good health, work of avitus, followed by a numerical notation. at the rear, a broad, flaring neck guard extends downwards, decorated with punched geometric ornament and three circular gem settings. the helmet has been restored and reassembled from fourteen components, retaining 33 stone and glass inlays in red, white, brown and orange tones. for similar see: museum of vojvodina, berkasovo ii, aa 154, cat. 136. size: 350mm x 250mm; weight: 2.64kg provenance: private collection, acquired on the belgian art market, 11 january 2020; ex. adrian darmon collection, france, acquired 10 february 1986 (art historian, writer and journalist; former reuters correspondent, 1970?1978, and diplomatic correspondent in paris until 1981. founder of several magazines between 1982 and 1992, including nouvel homme, magazine des sports et de l?aventure, art et actions and art et valeurs, and of www.artcult.fr in 1996. author of around jewish art dictionary, published in 2003; the world dictionary of still life painters (1270?1810); the dictionary of expressionist artists; journal d?un fou d?art; and migrants, d?tresse and daesh, published in june 2017. professor at eac-ideth school, 2000?2003. appointed chevalier des arts et des lettres in december 2011); ex. les maitres joailliers llc, paris, france, 1960s. 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":150000,"lotNumber":"1628","title":{"en":"stunning late roman iron, silver and gem-set cavalry helmet of berkasovo type with inscriptions"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39430/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":50000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.094Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£80,000 - £150,000","currency":"GBP","id":39430,"estimateMin":80000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39431/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. an iron helmet with a pointed crown and a broad lower edge shaped above the face with arched eye openings and a short integral nose guard. the brow is reinforced by a raised band following the contours of the eye openings. an aventail of interlinked iron rings is attached around the lower edge, descending over the sides and back of the head to protect the neck and shoulders. size: 380mm x 200mm; 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weight: 1.2kg provenance: private european collection; formerly in private uk collection; ex. private german collection, 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6500,"lotNumber":"1631","title":{"en":"helmet of hussars of polish lithuanian commonwealth"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39433/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.271Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £6,500","currency":"GBP","id":39433,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39434/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39434/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39434/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39434/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39434/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39434/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 bc. a bronze cheek piece comprising an elongated, slightly curved plate widening towards a broad, rounded lower section. raised ridges form a curving moustache, with openings for the eye, nose and mouth, and a hinge fitting at the upper edge for attachment to the side of the helmet. for similar see: bonhams, antiquities, 2 october 2014, lot 7. size: 250mm x 125mm; 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weight: 260g provenance: london private collection; p. till, austria, 1980s-1990s. uk art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1633","title":{"en":"rare viking iron umbo"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39435/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.299Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39435,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39436/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39436/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39436/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39436/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a bronze umbo with an elongated plate, angular projections at the centre of the upper and lower edges, a central boss, and four perforations near the margins for attachment. for similar see: s. moscati, i celti, bompiani editore, p. 327. size: 165mm x 85mm; weight: 250g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1634","title":{"en":"celtic bronze umbo"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39436/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.309Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39436,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39437/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 400 bc. a cast bronze sword with a long, narrow blade tapering steadily to a pointed terminal. the blade rises into a pronounced guard with horizontally extended crescentic arms. the flattened grip bears three circular bosses arranged vertically, probably recalling structural rivets or ornamental fittings. a large bifurcated ear-shaped pommel with a central boss completes the hilt. the surface displays dark-brown oxidation and green mineral patination. size: 625mm x 85mm; weight: 665g provenance: from a private london collection; maurice bouvier collection, switzerland, acquired in swiss art gallery in 1970s. uk art gallery, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1635","title":{"en":"european celtic bronze sword with ear-shaped pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39437/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.317Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39437,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39438/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 400 bc. a cast bronze sword with a long, narrow blade, nearly parallel cutting edges, and a sharply tapering point. the blade is strengthened by a broad central ridge and expands above into rounded shoulders. its cylindrical grip is divided into successive horizontal mouldings and terminates in a wide, shallow disc or parasol-shaped pommel surmounted by a central boss. this pommel form belongs to a distinctive group of highland swords produced during the early first millennium bc. dark-green and black oxidation covers the surface, with brighter green mineralisation around the hilt. size: 570mm x 50mm; weight: 880g provenance: from a private london collection; erwin richter collection, austria, acquired in 1970s. belgian private collection, 1990s-2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1636","title":{"en":"european celtic bronze sword with parasol-shaped pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39438/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.329Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39438,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39439/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39439/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39439/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39439/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39439/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 1000 bc. a bronze spearhead with a broad leaf-shaped blade tapering to a point. multiple longitudinal ribs extend from the central socket across the blade. for similar see: christie's, live auction 1163, antiquities, lot 120. size: 280mm x 50mm; weight: 195g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1637","title":{"en":"stunning celtic bronze spearhead"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39439/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.337Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39439,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39440/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. an iron pugio with a broad double-edged blade, a prominent median rib and a gradually tapering point. the hilt has a straight guard, a waisted grip with a central swelling and a broad rounded pommel. its scabbard tapers towards a disc terminal and is ornamented with groups of raised bosses. two suspension rings are attached along the edges. restored. for similar see: f. casprini, m. saliola, pugio - gladius brevi est, pp. 7-12 size: 380mm x 90mm; weight: 590g provenance: private london collection; formerly in austrian private collection 1980s-early 1990s this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1638","title":{"en":"fine roman iron pugio with scabbard"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39440/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.339Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39440,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":7000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39441/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2nd millennium bc. a bronze ritual axe with a long, slender shaft and a transverse blade projecting at a right angle from the upper end. the blade has a gently flaring profile and a broad, curved cutting edge. the shaft is fitted with a section of silver sheathing with longitudinal ribs and separated by narrow bands with studs. the lower section tapers to a bronze terminal with a moulded tip. for similar see: met museum object number: 43.102.9 size: 460mm x 90mm; weight: 735g provenance: private collection; ex. private collection, acquired in 1996; ex. collection samad khameneh. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":20000,"lotNumber":"1639","title":{"en":"rare elamite bronze ritual axe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39441/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":7000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:34.341Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39441,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39442/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39442/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39442/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39442/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39442/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39442/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1500 - 1300 bc. a cast bronze sword with a broad, double-edged blade tapering steadily to a pointed terminal. a raised median rib bifurcates beneath the rounded shoulders, forming a symmetrical decorative feature at the base of the blade. the short cylindrical grip is articulated by moulded rings and fitted with a large mushroom-shaped pommel fashioned from pale stone. the bronze surface bears green and dark-brown patination, while the pommel retains extensive earthen accretions. provenance: from a private london collection; arthur m. sackler cillection, usa, acquired in 1970s. uk art gallery, 2010s. size: 590mm x 85mm; weight: 1.02kg provenance: private london collection; previously acquired on the german art market during the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1640","title":{"en":"aegean-anatolian bronze sword with stone pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39442/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.282Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39442,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39443/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 900 bc. a cast bronze sword with a broad, double-edged blade tapering evenly to a pointed tip. the blade is articulated by three longitudinal ribs and enclosed at the shoulders by a raised u-shaped border bearing oblique incisions. a slender cylindrical grip rises to a large disc-shaped pommel centred by a projecting boss. the surface preserves extensive green patination with scattered brown oxidation and mineral deposits. size: 545mm x 70mm; weight: 590g provenance: private london collection; previously acquired on the german art market during the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1641","title":{"en":"bronze age / greek period bronze sword with disc pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39443/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.284Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39443,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39444/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39444/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39444/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39444/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze dagger with a leaf-shaped, double-edged blade tapering to a sharp point and with a central blood channel extending along its length. a crescent-shaped guard separates the blade from the straight grip with moulded transverse rings. the hilt terminates in a crescent-shaped pommel. size: 560mm x 70mm; weight: 570g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly part of the s.s. collection, formed in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1642","title":{"en":"bronze age / early greek period dagger with crescent pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39444/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.286Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39444,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39445/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39445/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39445/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39445/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1400 bc. a bronze dagger with a long double-edged blade tapering gradually to a pointed tip and strengthened by a narrow central rib. the blade is cast with a crescent-shaped guard above a recessed grip encircled by three moulded rings. the hilt terminates in a broad crescent-shaped pommel. size: 490mm x 70mm; weight: 555g provenance: from a private uk collection; ex r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1643","title":{"en":"bronze age / early greek period dagger with crescent pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39445/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.289Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39445,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39446/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39446/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39446/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39446/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze long sword with a slender double-edged blade tapering gradually to a pointed tip, with a pronounced central rib extending along its length. a broad crescentic guard separates the blade from the straight grip. the hilt terminates in a bilobate pommel. size: 660mm x 60mm; weight: 1kg provenance: private uk collection; formerly h.g. collection; acquired from a. kotllar, paris, french art market, 1970?2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1644","title":{"en":"fantastic bronze age longsword with bilobate pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39446/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.291Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39446,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39447/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39447/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39447/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39447/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze dagger with a double-edged blade tapering to a point and strengthened by a pronounced central rib. a narrow guard separates the blade from the straight grip, encircled by three raised bands. the hilt terminates in a broad lunate pommel. size: 470mm x 70mm; weight: 650g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly part of the s.s. collection, formed in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1645","title":{"en":"bronze age / early greek period dagger with lunate pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39447/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.293Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39447,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39448/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39448/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39448/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39448/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39448/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze dagger with a leaf-shaped, double-edged blade tapering to a sharp point, with a central channel extending along its length. a curved guard separates the blade from the straight grip, decorated with five bosses. the hilt terminates in a broad pommel with projecting lateral arms, each fitted with a small ring. size: 550mm x 65mm; weight: 565g provenance: from a private uk collection; ex r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1646","title":{"en":"bronze age / early greek period dagger with rings on the pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39448/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.295Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39448,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39449/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39449/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39449/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39449/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1400 bc. a bronze dagger cast with a broad leaf-shaped blade and a prominent midrib extending towards the rounded point. the hilt comprises a crescent-shaped guard and a narrow grip engraved with chevron motifs, ending in a broad lunate pommel. size: 280mm x 70mm; weight: 260g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly part of the s.s. collection, formed in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1647","title":{"en":"hittite bronze dagger with lunate pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39449/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Knives","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.297Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39449,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39450/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39450/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39450/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39450/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39450/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39450/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1400 bc. a cast bronze short sword with a long, narrow, double-edged blade tapering gradually to a pointed tip. a pronounced axial midrib extends from the shoulders for almost the entire length of the blade. the compact cylindrical grip is articulated by a moulded collar and terminates in a broad lunate pommel with strongly recurved arms. the integration of blade, grip, and distinctive pommel belongs to an anatolian weapon tradition current during the middle and early late bronze age. the surface displays green patination, reddish-brown oxidation, and mineral accretions. for similar see: e. h. cline, assuwa and the achaeans: the ?mycenaean? sword at hattusas and its possible implications, fig. 6. size: 310mm x 90mm; weight: 295g provenance: from a private london collection; ex. van roozendaal collection, the netherlands, acquired in 1980s. uk art gallery, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1648","title":{"en":"hittite bronze short sword with lunate pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39450/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.299Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39450,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39451/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39451/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39451/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39451/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39451/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39451/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a collection of three cast bronze axe heads, including, from top left: an axe head with a slender cylindrical shaft, a flaring blade and a socket surmounted by a recumbent ibex with long, curved horns; a ceremonial axe head with an elaborate blade terminating in a bird's head, a curved cutting edge decorated with concentric incised bands and a rear socket with a downward projecting extension; and an axe head with a narrow shaft, a flaring blade and a socket surmounted by a recumbent ram. size: 165-190mm x 60-100mm; weight: 1.12kg provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly in the s.s. collection, assembled from the 1970s onwards. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1649","title":{"en":"collection of bronze age axe heads with animals"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39451/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:35.301Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39451,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39452/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39452/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39452/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39452/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1400 bc. a bronze dagger with a broad double-edged blade tapering gradually to a pointed tip and strengthened by a central rib. the blade is cast with a flared guard leading to a straight grip decorated with an incised crosshatched pattern. the hilt terminates in a broad lunate pommel. size: 310mm x 60mm; weight: 315g provenance: from a private uk collection; george lois collection, usa, 1970s-2000s. uk art market, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1650","title":{"en":"hittite bronze dagger with lunate pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39452/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.424Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39452,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39453/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39453/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39453/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39453/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39453/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39453/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 900 bc. a cast bronze sword with an elongated, double-edged blade divided by a pronounced median rib. its rounded shoulders form a crescentic guard from which rises a narrow grip decorated with closely spaced chevron or herringbone bands. the apparently conical terminal represents an ear-shaped pommel viewed along its narrower axis. the combination of a crescentic guard, textured grip, and eared pommel is characteristic of highland weapon types spanning the end of the second and beginning of the first millennium bc. the surface bears dark-green oxidation and lighter mineral accretions. size: 560mm x 70mm; weight: 880g provenance: private london collection; previously acquired on the german art market during the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1651","title":{"en":"late bronze age sword with ear-shaped pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39453/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.426Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39453,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39454/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1300 - 900 bc. a bronze dagger with a long tapering blade and a low medial rib extending towards the point. the upper blade is engraved with symmetrical scrolling vegetal motifs. a crescentic guard with a large circular opening is decorated with punched circles. the narrow grip is encircled by a series of small rings and terminates in a broad double lunate pommel engraved with wavy motifs. size: 570mm x 85mm; weight: 920g provenance: from a private uk collection; george lois collection, usa, 1970s-2000s. uk art market, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1652","title":{"en":"bronze age / early greek period bronze dagger"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39454/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.428Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39454,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39455/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39455/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39455/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39455/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a bronze dagger with a broad double-edged blade tapering to a rounded point and strengthened by a pronounced central rib. a narrow guard separates the blade from the straight grip, encircled by three raised bands. the hilt terminates in a broad lunate pommel. size: 520mm x 80mm; weight: 630g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly part of the s.s. collection, formed in the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1653","title":{"en":"bronze age early greek period bronze dagger with lunate pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39455/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.431Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39455,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39456/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39456/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39456/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39456/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39456/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39456/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1300 - 1000 bc. a cast bronze sword with a broad, double-edged blade tapering towards a rounded point and strengthened by a low median ridge. the shoulders rise into a rounded hilt furnished with applied bosses and a recessed ornamental field. its tubular grip is enriched with incised zigzag and interlocking geometric bands and terminates in a domed cap pommel. the combination of a decorated tubular hilt, bossed shoulders, and elongated blade is characteristic of elite weapon production around the south caspian during the closing centuries of the second millennium bc. the surface preserves dark-green and blue-green patination. size: 320mm x 65mm; weight: 455g provenance: from a private london collection; leopold tamm collection, austria. acquired from austrian art gallery in 1960s. belgian private collection, 1980s-2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1654","title":{"en":"bronze age sword with decorated hilt"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39456/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.433Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39456,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39457/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39457/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39457/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a collection of five bronze axe heads, each with a narrow body, a projecting rear knop and a broad, curved blade. size: 40-90mm x 90-230mm; 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weight: 185g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1656","title":{"en":"rare bronze age dagger with openwork handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39458/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.436Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39458,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39459/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39459/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39459/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39459/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39459/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39459/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1400 - 1000 bc. a cast bronze sword with a long tapering blade and a prominent median rib. the shoulders form a shallow crescentic guard beneath an elongated, partly openwork grip decorated with opposing leaf-shaped elements. the hilt terminates in a broad ear-shaped pommel composed of two symmetrically extending lobes. the surface is covered by a dark-green patina with localised blue-green mineralisation. size: 325mm x 85mm; weight: 295g provenance: from a private london collection; arthur m. sackler collection, usa, acquired in 1970s. uk art gallery, 2010s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1657","title":{"en":"hittite bronze sword with ear-shaped pommel and decorated handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39459/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.438Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39459,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39460/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39460/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39460/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39460/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39460/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39460/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1600 - 1400 bc. a cast bronze sword with a long blade tapering gradually to a narrow point and strengthened by a low axial ridge. the blade rises into a shallow boat-shaped guard supporting an openwork grip formed from two parallel bars and transverse bridges. above is a substantial hood- or parasol-shaped pommel with a pronounced central ridge. the surface displays dark-green patination, blue-green mineral deposits, and minor earthen encrustation. size: 510mm x 80mm; weight: 480g provenance: private london collection; previously acquired on the german art market during the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1658","title":{"en":"hittite bronze sword with hood-shaped pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39460/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.440Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39460,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39461/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39461/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39461/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39461/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39461/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39461/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1100 - 900 bc. a cast bronze sword with a long, double-edged blade narrowing to a fine point and reinforced by a pronounced median rib. the upper blade is enclosed by rounded shoulders supporting a cylindrical grip divided by groups of raised horizontal rings. it terminates in a substantial crescent-shaped pommel with two descending arms and a raised central crest. ringed grips combined with crescentic fittings have close parallels in the south-western caspian and transcaucasian weapon traditions of the late second and early first millennia bc. the surface bears layered brown, green, and blue-green patination. size: 430mm x 55mm; weight: 360g provenance: private london collection; previously acquired on the german art market during the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1659","title":{"en":"late bronze age bronze sword with crescent pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39461/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.441Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39461,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39462/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39462/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39462/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39462/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39462/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1400. a steel stiletto with a long narrow double-edged blade of diamond section tapering to an acute point. a thin straight crossguard separates the blade from the cylindrical bone grip. the cast bronze pommel is modelled with a stylised frontal human face framed by angular projecting sides. size: 300mm x 60mm; weight: 205g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1660","title":{"en":"medieval steel stiletto with bone grip and anthropomorphic pommel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39462/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.104Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39462,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39463/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. an iron centurion-type pugio with a broad double-edged blade tapering to a sharp point and a pronounced central ridge. a rectangular guard separates the blade from the straight grip, which terminates in an openwork pommel of opposed inward-curving volutes. the openwork scabbard is composed of two longitudinal bars joined by broad transverse bands and fitted with four rings. its lower section narrows to converging arms terminating in a rounded knop. restored. for similar see: f. casprini, m. saliola, pugio - gladius brevi est, pp. 7-12 size: 400mm x 60mm; weight: 660g provenance: private london collection; formerly in austrian private collection 1980s-early 1990s this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1661","title":{"en":"fine roman iron centurion-type pugio with openwork scabbard"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39463/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.106Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39463,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":18000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39464/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39464/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39464/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 200 bc - ad 100. a bronze plaque of tapering rectangular shape, with a three-pointed upper edge, each point surmounted by a triangular finial. the front is engraved with 14 lines of greek majuscule script, arranged horizontally across the field. for similar see: british museum number 1923,0116.1 size: 320mm x 200mm; weight: 1.8kg provenance: private collection; acquired in switzerland in 2010. 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":60000,"lotNumber":"1662","title":{"en":"graeco-roman bronze inscribed plaque"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39464/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":18000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.108Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£30,000 - £60,000","currency":"GBP","id":39464,"estimateMin":30000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39465/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39465/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39465/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39465/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 350. a silver phalera with a broad circular disc with a riveted central roundel depicting a gorgoneion in high relief, with full cheeks, a small mouth, large eyes and radiating locks. for similar see: christie's, online auction 22758, works of art from the mougins museum of classical art, lot 129. size: 110mm x 110mm; 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weight: 200g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in germany; earlier part of a french collection assembled in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1664","title":{"en":"roman silver patera with mask handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39466/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.111Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39466,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39467/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39467/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39467/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39467/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39467/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39467/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 50. a silver skyphos with a deep hemispherical bowl, slightly everted rim and low moulded foot. two high loop handles are attached at the sides, each composed of bifurcated rods joined at the centre by a moulded collar and continuing as a straight stem to a circular attachment on the lower body; the upper terminals are secured at the rim and surmounted by globular finials. the plain interior is bordered beneath the lip by a pair of fine concentric grooves. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 20.49.2. size: 170mm x 80mm; weight: 280g provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the netherlands art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1665","title":{"en":"superb ancient roman silver skyphos"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39467/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_SilverSilverplateditems","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.113Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39467,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39468/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39468/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39468/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39468/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a large bronze bowl with sloping walls and a broad, flat rim. two horizontal loop handles project from opposite sides. the interior is decorated at the centre with a circular medallion depicting the head of silenus in relief, with an elongated face, prominent nose, thick beard and wavy hair. the exterior is plain. size: 430mm x 90mm; weight: 2.75kg provenance: private british collection; ex a.h. collection; previously on the french market with a. kotllar, paris, 1970?2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1666","title":{"en":"large roman bronze bowl with silenus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39468/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.115Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39468,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39469/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39469/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39469/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39469/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 41 - 54. a bronze bust of emperor claudius with his head turned slightly to his right. his broad face is framed by short curling hair bound with a laurel wreath. drapery crosses the left shoulder, leaving the right side of the chest bare. for similar see: paul zanker, roman portraits, sculptures in stone and bronze, fig. 18 fragment of a frieze, ca. a.d. 50. marble. museo nazionale, ravenna size: 75mm x 75mm; 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weight: 4.41kg provenance: private uk collection; acquired on the london art market; previously with r. unger, parthenon gallery, 1990s. 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":20000,"lotNumber":"1668","title":{"en":"rare oversize roman bronze arm from a statue of a god"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39470/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.119Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39470,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39471/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 150 - 250. a substantial hollow-cast bronze foot from a larger-than-life-size statue, modelled wearing an exceptionally ornate, high-sided shoe of broadly calceus-like form. the five exposed toes are individually articulated, with carefully rendered nails and joints, while the shoe rests upon a thick, double-moulded sole following the anatomical outline of the foot. its richly worked upper is arranged in coherent decorative registers, combining rows of rosettes and circular bosses with scrolling tendrils, palmettes and stylised foliate motifs. a diamond-patterned panel extends across the instep, framed by raised bands and overlapping elements suggestive of straps or applied leather ornament. around the ankle, the decoration becomes increasingly sculptural, terminating in folded foliate forms and possible ram-headed elements distinguished by prominent curled horns. the hollow interior, relatively thin walls and integral relief decoration are consistent with manufacture by the indirect lost-wax casting process. the irregular upper edge marks the point at which the foot became separated from the lower leg, leaving an open cavity containing residual earthen deposits. the surface is covered by an extensive green and turquoise patina, interspersed with darker brown accretions and occasional areas of exposed metal. its scale, elaborate ceremonial footwear and ambitious workmanship suggest that it originally belonged to an important public, honorific or religious statue, although the identity of the represented figure cannot be determined from the surviving fragment alone. restored. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 18.145.24; the british museum, museum number 1784,0131.5; musei capitolini inventario: inv. mc3247. size: 150mm x 260mm; weight: 2.1kg provenance: private uk collection; previously part of an oxfordshire ancient art collection; acquired from a canadian collection formed prior to 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1669","title":{"en":"roman imperial bronze foot from a monumental statue"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39471/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:39.122Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39471,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39472/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. a cast bronze foot wearing a caliga with a thick sole, the ankle enclosed by a high leather guard and the instep secured by narrow straps crossing diagonally. the toes are individually rendered, with the nails indicated in low relief. for similar see: bonhams, antiquities, 28 november 2018, lot 71. size: 200mm x 240mm; 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weight: 59kg provenance: private uk collection; acquired on the uk art market in the 1990s. 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":"1673","title":{"en":"rare roman marble bust of venus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39475/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.955Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39475,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":10000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39476/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. a marble head of venus of the milo type, with an oval face, softly rounded cheeks and a slender neck. the almond-shaped eyes are set beneath gently arched brows, with a straight nose, delicately modelled lips and a rounded chin. her wavy hair is parted centrally and swept back from the forehead in thick, deeply carved locks, gathered into a chignon at the nape of the neck. the strands are arranged in broad, overlapping waves around the temples, with finer incisions across the crown. mounted on a later wooden socle. for similar see: the louvre museum, ma 399; ll 299; n 527. size: 590mm x 330mm; weight: 43kg provenance: private london collection; ex. sotheby's, ancient sculpture and works of art, 4 december 2018, lot 18. a copy of the original invoice will accompany the piece. 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":"1674","title":{"en":"superb roman marble head of venus \"milo\" type"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39476/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.957Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39476,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39477/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. an over life-size marble head of jupiter or poseidon, depicting the god with a full beard and thick, curly hair. the face has deeply set eyes beneath prominent brows, a furrowed forehead, a broad nose and slightly parted lips framed by a moustache. the hair is arranged in deeply drilled curls above the forehead and around the temples, extending over the ears. the beard is carved in overlapping, wavy locks descending from the cheeks to the chin. at the back, broad strands of hair extend towards the crown. mounted on a modern stand. for similar see: christie's, live auction 21869, the devoted classicist: the private collection of a new york antiquarian, lot 25. size: 620mm x 300mm; 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weight: 26kg provenance: private london collection; ex. sotheby's, ancient sculpture and works of art, 4 december 2018, lot 15. a copy of the original invoice will accompany the piece. 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":20000,"lotNumber":"1677","title":{"en":"rare roman marble veiled female head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39479/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:37.963Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39479,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39480/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 300. a marble head of eros with a youthful, rounded face and slightly parted lips. the hair is arranged in thick curling locks around the forehead and temples, with larger clustered curls and knotted sections. accompanied by a modern custom-made display stand. for similar see: louvre museum, ma 562 (mr 122). size: 180mm x 140mm; 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weight: 7.1kg provenance: private collection; ex. family collection since 1998; ex. american private collection, acquired in the early 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1681","title":{"en":"roman marble statue with foot"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39482/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.002Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39482,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39483/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39483/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39483/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39483/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39483/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a marble capital with a broad rectangular upper section and a deep, tapering lower body. the upper register is carved in high relief with a continuous frieze of figural scenes enclosed between narrow bands of diagonal ornament, with sphinxes at the corners. for similar see: m gwiazda, a. poggio, d. peirano, marmor im fr?hen byzantinischen ostraum: verwendung, ?sthetik und gesellschaftliche bedeutung.fig. 9. size: 350mm x 640mm; 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1857,1220.423 size: 1350mm x 470mm; weight: 100+kg provenance: private london collection, acquired on the austrian art market; ex austrian private collection; ex. us art market, los angeles, california (1976). this piece is accompanied by an austrian export license. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. original paperwork available. this item has been checked 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":30000,"lotNumber":"1683","title":{"en":"late roman mosaic panel with two fishes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39484/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.006Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39484,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39485/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39485/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a large mosaic panel decorated with a repeating arrangement of circular floral motifs, interconnected by continuous curvilinear bands. each circular compartment encloses a stylised vegetal sprig with slender stems and pointed leaves, rendered in contrasting tones of green, red and ochre. small diamond-shaped ornaments occupy the spaces between the circular elements, creating a balanced and symmetrical composition. the decoration is executed in tesserae of cream, brown, reddish-pink and muted green, with darker outlines defining the individual motifs. a narrow geometric border frames the entire composition. size: 1600mm x 1280mm; weight: 100+kg provenance: private london collection, acquired on the austrian art market; ex austrian private collection; ex. british art market, london, england (1985). this piece is accompanied by an austrian export license. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. original paperwork available. this item has been checked 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":"1684","title":{"en":"roman mosaic panel with geometric and vegetal motifs"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39485/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.008Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39485,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":10000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39486/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a rectangular mosaic panel depicting a lively composition of animals arranged around a small tree with spreading branches. two horses occupy the central and right-hand sections, their bodies rendered in reddish-brown, ochre and grey tesserae, with carefully defined harnesses, manes and anatomical details. a smaller horned quadruped stands to the left, while another animal appears beneath the neck of the principal horse. the composition also incorporates a slender curved element, suspended objects and a cylindrical feature in the upper right corner. the scene is set against a pale background and enclosed along the lower edge by a decorative border of continuous scrolling / waves motifs. size: 1755mm x 1090mm; weight: 100+kg provenance: private london collection, acquired on the austrian art market; ex austrian private collection; ex. swiss art market, bern, switzerland (1989); ex. elsa bloch-diener collection. this piece is accompanied by an austrian export license. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. original paperwork available. this item has been checked 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":30000,"lotNumber":"1685","title":{"en":"late roman mosaic panel with horses and geometric frame motif"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39486/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.010Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39486,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39487/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39487/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a square mosaic panel decorated with a regular geometric arrangement of intersecting circles, forming a continuous pattern of four-petalled rosettes and pointed oval compartments. the overlapping circular bands are outlined in dark tesserae and filled with alternating shades of cream, ochre, reddish-brown and grey. small diamond-shaped motifs, composed of contrasting tesserae, occupy the spaces between the principal circular elements, enhancing the symmetrical arrangement. the repeated pattern creates a visually intricate composition characterised by precise geometric divisions and balanced colour contrasts. the central decorative field is enclosed within a series of narrow rectangular borders in ochre, cream and darker tones. size: 720mm x 720mm; weight: 80+kg provenance: private london collection, acquired on the austrian art market; ex austrian private collection; ex. swiss art market, kloten, switzerland (1990). this piece is accompanied by an austrian export license. this piece is accompanied by a historical report from alessandro neri, an international cultural heritage expert based in florence, italy. original paperwork available. this item has been checked 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":"1686","title":{"en":"roman mosaic panel with geometric motif and crosses"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39487/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.011Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39487,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39488/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. a marble bust of athena wearing a crested corinthian helmet pushed back above the forehead. her oval face has almond-shaped eyes, arched brows, a straight nose and softly parted lips, with curled locks at the temples. an aegis covers the breast, centred by a gorgoneion, and a mantle falls in broad folds over the shoulders. accompanied by a modern custom-made display stand. restored in the 19th century. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 97.22.10. size: 300mm x 170mm; weight: 1.6kg provenance: french private collection, acquired in 1970s this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1687","title":{"en":"beautiful roman marble bust of athena"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39488/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.013Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39488,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39489/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. a finely carved marble group depicting the goat amalthea accompanied by a probably female figure. the animal advances with its head gently lowered, its attentive eye, elongated muzzle and ears rendered with notable sensitivity. long, deeply incised locks articulate the heavy coat, creating a vigorous contrast with the smoothly modelled body. beside the animal survives the fragmentary figure of a youthful attendant, probably female, her legs framed by the deeply carved folds of a short tunic and mantle. the close arrangement of the figures creates an intimate pastoral composition, although the precise identity of the attendant remains uncertain. the interplay of high relief and elements carved almost entirely in the round lends the group considerable depth and movement. preserved as a substantial fragment, with losses to the attendant and surrounding composition, together with chips, surface wear, abrasions and mineral deposits consistent with age. for similar se: christie's, live auction 19058, ancient art from the james and marilynn alsdorf collection, lot. 28 size: mm x mm; weight: g provenance: private london collection; formerly in a somerset estate collection; acquired on the uk art market in the 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1688","title":{"en":"rare roman marble depicting amalthea goat and a female figure"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39489/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.015Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39489,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39490/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39490/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39490/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39490/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39490/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 100. a white marble panel fragment depicting the head and neck of a young maiden in profile, with an archaic smile and her gaze directed forward. her hair is held by a flat headband and gathered at the nape. a paper label on the reverse identifies the figure as \"terpsichore\", one of the nine muses. for similar see: forum at nerva, the colonnades of the temple of minerva, 1st century, rome, italy. size: 320mm x 350mm; weight: 21kg provenance: from a private uk collection; acquired on the uk art market, 1990's. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1689","title":{"en":"roman bas-relief marble panel of a head in profile"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39490/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.017Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39490,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39491/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 250 - 400. a carved bone doll with an elongated body and separately attached limbs. the head is finely carved with a narrow face, almond-shaped eyes and centrally parted hair arranged in deeply incised locks around the crown. the torso tapers towards the hips, with the arms jointed at the shoulders and elbows and the legs at the hips and knees. the hands are slender with individually carved fingers. for similar see: narodni museum of slovenia, inv. no.: r 6930 a, b; the vatican museum, cat. 66224. size: 210mm x 40mm; weight: 70g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. christie's, lot 125 / sale 8776. 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":20000,"lotNumber":"1690","title":{"en":"superb roman articulated bone doll"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39491/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_DollsMiniatures","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:40.019Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39491,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39492/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 100. a cast bronze figure of a male acrobat depicted performing a handstand, with both arms slightly bent at the elbows and the muscular torso strongly arched. his head is raised between the shoulders beneath a close-fitting helmet decorated with punched indentations. a loincloth encircles the waist, ornamented with a grid of recessed rectangular panels. the legs extend vertically above the body with the feet flexed. accompanied by a modern custom-made display stand. for similar see: the walters art museum, accession number 54.703; the british museum, museum number 1878,1019.32. size: 113mm x 50mm; weight: 185g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. christie's, 12 june, 2002, lot 124. a copy of the purchase receipt and catalogue description accompanies the lot. accompanied by a german export license. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1691","title":{"en":"roman bronze figure of an acrobat - ex christie's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39492/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.256Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39492,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39493/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a cast bronze figurine of venus standing nude, with the weight set on the left leg and the right knee slightly bent. her head is turned gently to the left, with the hair gathered into a compact coiffure at the back. the slender body is modelled with a narrow waist and softly rounded hips. the figure stands on a disc above a pedestal with projecting moulded rims at the top and base. for similar see: met museum object number: 96.9.408 size: 180mm x 55mm; weight: 425g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; formerly in an old bavarian collection."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1692","title":{"en":"stunning roman bronze figurine of venus at the bath on a podium"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39493/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.258Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39493,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":10000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39494/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39494/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39494/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39494/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39494/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a cast bronze figurine of a musician with the left leg extended and the right leg drawn back. the nude figure leans slightly forward, with both arms bent and the hands raised before the chest as if playing a flute. his head is turned slightly to the side, with short hair framing the face. for similar see: museo nazionale archeologico di firenze, blog, aulos, fig. 8-9. size: 210mm x 100mm; 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weight: 415g provenance: private collection; ex. european private collection; private collection, acquired in switzerland in 1999. notarised in switzerland (2002) before the 2005 ltbc. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1694","title":{"en":"roman bronze legionary eagle holding a laurel wreath and grasping a bull's head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39495/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.262Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39495,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39496/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39496/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39496/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39496/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39496/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 200. a bronze figurine of a bare-chested boxer standing with the left leg advanced and the head turned upwards. a short loincloth is wrapped around the hips. the right forearm is bent across the abdomen, and the left hand rests against the hip. the bearded face is framed by short hair. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1814,0704.989. size: 80mm x 35mm; weight: 90g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1695","title":{"en":"rare roman bronze boxer figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39496/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.264Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39496,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39497/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39497/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39497/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39497/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39497/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39497/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300 . a bronze figurine of a youthful lar standing with the right leg advanced, dressed in a short belted tunic falling in deep folds. thick curling hair frames the face. the left arm is extended before the body, and the right rests at the side. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, museum number 1824,0437.1. size: 120mm x 55mm; weight: 205g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"1696","title":{"en":"roman bronze lar figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39497/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.267Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":39497,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39498/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300. a large cast bronze phalera with a bust of cupid against a circular backing plate. the figure has a rounded face with prominent eyes, a straight nose, full lips and thick, wavy hair arranged in locks around the forehead and temples. the bare chest is adorned with beaded straps terminating in paired tassels, joined by a circular medallion between the breasts. a wing extends behind the right shoulder, with individually rendered feathers. the backing plate has several attachment holes around its edge. size: 270mm x 245mm; weight: 1.48kg provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly in the s.s. collection, assembled from the 1970s onwards. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1697","title":{"en":"large roman bronze phalera with cupid"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39498/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.269Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39498,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39499/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39499/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39499/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a mould-made terracotta model depicting eros standing beside a two-tiered oven on a rectangular plinth. eros stands to the left, with a rounded face framed by curled hair and his left arm raised towards the upper chamber. the oven has a rectangular structure with projecting horizontal ledges and two arched openings. the lower opening is outlined in red, with a yellow-painted hearth element. the upper chamber is bordered by traces of pink pigment. the model is covered with white slip, with additional red, pink, yellow and black painted details. for similar see: british museum number 1986,1003.2 size: 145mm x 100mm; weight: 230g provenance: private collection; ex. sammlung dr. daniel marie fouquet (1859 - 1914), kairo - p. perdrizet, les terres cuites grecques d'egypte de la collection fouquet (nancy 1921), bd. 1, 96, nr. 245, bd. 2, tafel lii. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. published: perdrizet, p., les terres cuites grecques d'egypt de la collection fouquet, nancy, 1921, bd 1, 96, nr. 245, bd. 2, tafel lii. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1698","title":{"en":"rare romano-egyptian painted terracotta eros beside an oven"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39499/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.271Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39499,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39500/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a terracotta ostrakon of rhomboid shape, inscribed in black ink with horizontal lines of greek text, a private letter from thaisas to his brother orion. for similar see: british museum number 1988,1005.2 size: 135mm x 125mm; weight: 205g provenance: from a private london collection; previously in an important belgian private collection 1970's; ex hassani in luxor 1970's. translation available (images attached). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1699","title":{"en":"rare roman terracotta ostrakon with greek inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39500/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles_Ephemera","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.274Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39500,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39501/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39501/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39501/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39501/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39501/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39501/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a terracotta skyphos with a deep cylindrical body, slightly flaring rim and a low, spreading foot. two loop handles extend from opposite sides below the lip. the exterior is decorated in moulded relief with four erotic scenes around the lower body. for similar see: met museum object number: 42.11.44; 06.1021.193 size: 95mm x 130mm; weight: 335g provenance: private collection; ex. european private collection; acquired by the current owner in switzerland in 2001; (notarized in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc). 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1700","title":{"en":"roman terracotta skyphos with erotic scenes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39501/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.276Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39501,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39502/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 50 / ad 600 - 800. a finely carved early imperial roman agate cup, dating to the first half of the 1st century ad, with a deep rounded bowl and a broad flaring rim. during the byzantine period, between the 7th and 8th centuries ad, the vessel was transformed into a luxurious goblet through the addition of a dark grey stone pedestal foot and a gold collar embellished with cabochon gemstones. the identification and interpretation of such ancient hardstone vessels and their subsequent reuse follow the scholarly framework established by dario del bufalo in his landmark monograph murrina vasa, a fundamental reference for the study of roman agate cups, their historical significance and later adaptations into prestigious medieval vessels for similar see: dario del bufalo, murrina vasa: a luxury of imperial rome, rome, l?erma di bretschneider, 2016, bibliotheca archaeologica 54, cat. 9, 16, 76. size: 140mm x 130mm; weight: 620g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. 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":"1701","title":{"en":"early imperial roman agate cup transformed into a byzantine goblet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39502/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.941Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39502,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39503/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39503/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39503/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39503/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39503/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39503/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 17th century ad or earlier, possibly roman . a finely carved agate cup with a deep rounded body tapering gently towards a narrow base, continuously curved sides, a broad straight rim with a thickened lip, and a plain interior. following the scholarly approach established by dario del bufalo, a leading authority on ancient agate vessels, in his monograph murrina vasa: a luxury of imperial rome (2016), the cup is attributed to the roman period or the 17th century. this cautious attribution acknowledges the possibility of an ancient roman vessel subsequently re-carved or extensively re-polished during the 17th century, whilst also allowing for the less likely possibility of its manufacture entirely within that later period. this classification reflects a deliberately conservative, academically grounded approach to the object's dating and interpretation. for similar see: dario del bufalo, murrina vasa: a luxury of imperial rome, rome, l?erma di bretschneider, 2016, bibliotheca archaeologica 54, cat. 195. size: 110mm x 110mm; weight: 640g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. fraysse & associes, 6 june 2012,164. 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":"1702","title":{"en":"rare agate cup"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39503/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.943Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39503,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":8000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39504/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late roman empire, late 3rd-4th century ad. a free-blown glass vessel in translucent pale olive-yellow to green glass, featuring a deep conical body tapering to a rounded base without a distinct foot. the slightly everted rim is finished with a smoothly ground edge, while the body displays wheel-cut faceted decoration and small air-bubble inclusions within the glass. the rounded base suggests that the vessel was intended to be held or supported in a stand or suspension. possibly produced in the roman rhineland, including colonia agrippina (modern cologne), or an eastern mediterranean centre in the syro-palestinian region or roman egypt. size: 12.7 cm x 9.5 cm; weight: 346 g. provenance: private european collection, pre 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":20000,"lotNumber":"1702A","title":{"en":"late roman facet-cut conical glass beaker"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39504/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_CutGlassCrystal","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":8000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.945Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£12,000 - £20,000","currency":"GBP","id":39504,"estimateMin":12000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39505/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39505/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39505/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39505/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400. a pale green glass oinochoe with a cylindrical body tapering towards the base, a broad rounded shoulder and a tall, gently flaring neck. the mouth is pinched into a trefoil shape, with an inward-folded rim. a single handle of dark blue-green glass is applied beneath the lip and terminates in a folded attachment at the shoulder. the vessel rests on an applied ring foot of matching dark blue-green glass. for similar see: the university of pennsylvania museum of archaeology and anthropology, object number ms5134. size: 110mm x 75mm; weight: 95g provenance: private collection; ex. private collection, acquired on the new york art market in 2009; ex. property from the collection of professor and mrs clifford ambrose truesdell; ex. folio fine art, london, 1969. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1703","title":{"en":"roman bichrome glass oinochoe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39505/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.948Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39505,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39506/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39506/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39506/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39506/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39506/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39506/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a green glass jug with an ovoid body on a low flaring foot and a tall cylindrical neck encircled at the base by an applied trail. the mouth is expanded into a trefoil rim. a broad strap handle joins the shoulder to the rim and is decorated with multiple vertical ribs. for similar see: christie's, live auction 2565, antiquities, 8 june 2012, lot 160. size: 260mm x 140mm; weight: 430g provenance: from a private british collection; ren? withofs collection, belgium, 1979s-1990s. belgian art market, 2000s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1704","title":{"en":"roman green glass jug"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39506/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.950Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39506,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39507/008/008.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a green glass jug with a globular body set on a low splayed foot and a tall cylindrical neck encircled near the base by a single applied trail. the mouth is pinched into a broad trefoil shape. a broad strap handle rises from the shoulder to the rim and is decorated with longitudinal ribbing. for similar see: christie's, live auction 2565, antiquities, 8 june 2012, lot 160. size: 250mm x 160mm; weight: 460g provenance: from a private british collection; hans henningsen collection, denmark, acquired in 1970s. european art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1705","title":{"en":"roman green glass jug"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39507/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.952Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39507,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39508/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39508/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39508/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39508/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39508/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300. a large pale green glass bottle with a squat cylindrical body, rounded shoulders and a concave base. a long, narrow cylindrical neck extends to a flaring, funnel-shaped mouth with a rounded rim. the upper section is encircled by numerous fine, applied horizontal glass threads. for similar see: bonhams, antiquities, 8 december 2022, lot 192. size: 245mm x 145mm; weight: 220g provenance: private british collection; ex. a.h. collection; previously on the french market with a. kotllar, paris, 1970?2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1706","title":{"en":"large roman glass bottle with glass threads decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39508/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.953Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39508,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39509/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39509/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39509/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a cast bronze head of medusa with a broad, youthful face, almond-shaped eyes beneath arched brows, a straight nose and full, slightly parted lips. thick, curling locks of hair frame the face, intertwined with serpents and descending along the cheeks. a pair of wings emerges from the forehead above the brows. the reverse is flat, with a projecting rectangular attachment along the upper edge. for similar see: christie's, live auction 1314, antiquities, lot. 208. size: 45mm x 60mm; weight: 180g provenance: private collection; acquired in germany in 2002. notarized, in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1707","title":{"en":"roman bronze head of medusa"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39509/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:49.955Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39509,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39510/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a bronze statuette of a genius standing with his weight on the right leg, wearing a tunic beneath a long toga drawn over the head. the drapery falls in broad layered folds across the body and over the left arm. his left hand holds a scroll, with the right arm lowered and the hand now missing, probably originally holding a patera. the figure stands on an integral flared pedestal with a moulded upper rim and vertical fluting around the sides. for similar see: museo d'antichit? j. j. winckelmann, inv. no. 2478. size: 180mm x 60mm; 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weight: 275g provenance: from a private british collection; bo ive collection, denmark, 1970s-1980s. belgian private collection, 1980s-2010s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1710","title":{"en":"roman glass twin-handled jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39512/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.065Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39512,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39513/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39513/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39513/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39513/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. a pale green glass beaker with a cylindrical body tapering towards a spreading ring foot and a plain, straight rim. the exterior is ornamented with wheel-cut horizontal lines arranged in bands beneath the rim, around the middle of the body and above the foot. size: 85mm x 60mm; weight: 40g provenance: private collection; ex. german private collection, acquired on the german art market in 2013. (auktionshaus owl); formerly, collection of cloth merchant heinrich vossiek (1865-1947), bielefeld, germany; this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1711","title":{"en":"roman glass beaker"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39513/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.068Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39513,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39514/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39514/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39514/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39514/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400. a pale green glass flask with a broad apple-shaped body and a short cylindrical neck opening to a wide flaring mouth with a thickened rim. the body is decorated throughout with closely spaced diagonal ribbing. size: 100mm x 80mm; weight: 90g provenance: private uk collection; acquired on the london art market; formerly in the private collection of d. ruskin, oxford, 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1712","title":{"en":"roman glass apple-shaped flask"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39514/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.070Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39514,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":700,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39515/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39515/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39515/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39515/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39515/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39515/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a green glass jar with a globular body tapering to a concave base, decorated with fine spiral trails encircling the shoulders and descending across the upper body. the short cylindrical neck leads to a broad, flaring mouth with a rounded everted rim and a flange below. two applied handles extend from the upper rim to the shoulders. size: 95mm x 85mm; weight: 95g provenance: private collection; formerly, private collection, acquired in the 1970-1980s; thence by descent, private collection since 1998. (notarized in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1713","title":{"en":"roman glass twin-handled jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39515/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.072Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39515,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39516/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39516/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39516/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39516/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39516/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39516/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a blue-green glass twin-handled jar with a squat globular body and a flaring neck. the mouth has a rounded everted rim with a flange below. two opposing handles rise from the shoulder to the rim. size: 140mm x 110mm; weight: 200g provenance: from a private british collection; jean-claude debenne collection, france, 1970s-1990s. european art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1714","title":{"en":"roman glass twin-handled jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39516/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.074Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39516,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":700,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39517/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39517/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39517/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39517/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39517/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39517/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a blue-green glass twin-handled jar with a squat globular body and a cylindrical neck. the mouth has a rounded everted rim with a flange below. two opposing handles rise from the shoulder to the rim. size: 90mm x 90mm; weight: 95g provenance: private collection; formerly, private collection, acquired in the 1970-1980s; thence by descent, private collection since 1998. (notarized in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc). this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1715","title":{"en":"roman glass twin-handled jar"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39517/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":700,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.076Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39517,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/009/009.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39518/010/010.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a graduated set of six lead cup-weights, each with a deep rounded body, thickened rim and low circular base, made in diminishing sizes to nest one within another. the three largest are incised respectively exac ad x castor, exa ad v casto and _ _. size: 60-155mm x 30-90mm; weight: 6.29kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. gorny & mosch, 24 june 2008. lot 26. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1716","title":{"en":"rare set of six roman lead nesting cup-weights - ex christie's"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39518/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.078Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39518,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39519/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. an iron folding chair frame with a curved rail supported by a straight rear bar. the structure stands on three slender legs, each terminating in a flattened foot. size: 355mm x 260mm; 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weight: 55g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. archea ancient art, baaf fair basel nov. 2011. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1718","title":{"en":"romano-egyptian leather shoe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39520/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:45.082Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39520,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39521/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39521/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 400. a collection of three rectangular papyrus fragments, each inscribed in dark ink with rows of greek text. size: 70mm x 130mm; 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weight: 66kg provenance: private london collection; roger peyrefitte collection, prior to 1990s, acquired in french art market. uk art gallery, 2010s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":30000,"lotNumber":"1721","title":{"en":"important byzantine marble relief with birds and griffins"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39523/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":10000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.241Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£15,000 - £30,000","currency":"GBP","id":39523,"estimateMin":15000},{"startPrice":5000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39524/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39524/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39524/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39524/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39524/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"eastern roman empire, early byzantine period, ca. 5th?7th century ad. a large and impressive byzantine circular table top, carved from a single substantial piece of fine-grained, cream-coloured marble. the broad, slightly recessed central field is surrounded by a prominent raised circular moulding and a wide, gently sloping outer border, terminating in a finely carved beaded rim. the carefully executed concentric decoration emphasises the monumental proportions and refined craftsmanship of the piece. the outer border is further embellished with a circular medallion containing a carved christian monogram, incorporating intersecting letters and a small cross above, forming a distinctive christogram. this religious emblem reflects the widespread adoption of christian symbolism in the decorative arts and architectural furnishings of the early byzantine period. the substantial proportions, elegant simplicity, and prominent christian iconography suggest a prestigious furnishing, possibly associated with an ecclesiastical or high-status domestic setting. the marble surface displays natural veining, warm patination, and traces of age-related wear. a remarkable example of early byzantine marble craftsmanship, distinguished by its monumental scale, finely moulded borders, and christian monogram. size: 1050mm x 1050mm; 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weight: 50+kg provenance: private uk collection, since 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1723","title":{"en":"large byzantine circular marble table top"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39525/view","tags":["ukAntiqueVF_Tables","ukAntiqueVF","ukAntiqueVF_all"],"directSalePrice":5000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.258Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39525,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39526/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39526/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39526/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39526/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400 - 600. a set of four marble altar columns, each with a tall cylindrical shaft resting on a moulded circular base above a square plinth. the shafts are plain, encircled near their lower ends by pairs of raised torus mouldings. each is surmounted by a carved capital decorated with stylised leaves and pointed foliate motifs beneath a square abacus. for similar see: christie's, live auction 2450, antiquities, lot 204; the cleveland museum 1948.25. size: 870-870mm x 110-110mm; weight: 64kg provenance: private london collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a dutch private collection formed in the late 20th century. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1724","title":{"en":"set of byzantine marble altar columns"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39526/view","tags":["ukAntiqueVF_SalvageArchitecturalAntiques","ukAntiqueVF","ukAntiqueVF_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.267Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39526,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39527/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39527/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39527/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39527/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39527/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39527/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a rectangular stone panel with a central field enclosed by a moulded border. the decoration consists of an incised cross with flaring arms terminating in circular elements, above a stylised floral ornament with elongated petals. further circular motifs surround the cross, with geometric and foliate designs above and below. the incised decoration is accented with red and brown pigment. size: 275mm x 150mm; weight: 1.56kg provenance: from a central london private collection; earlier acquired on the uk art market before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1725","title":{"en":"byzantine painted stone panel with cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39527/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.278Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39527,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":3600,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39528/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39528/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39528/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a carved marble statue depicting a standing, bearded man wearing a toga, with his right hand raised to the chest and grasping a fold of the garment. his oval face has large eyes beneath arched brows, a straight nose and a short beard rendered with incised strokes. the closely cropped hair follows the contours of the head. the toga is draped diagonally across the chest and gathered into broad, overlapping folds around the waist, with a heavier cascade of drapery descending from the left arm. for similar see: edinburgh national museum limestone statue of a citizen of oxyrhynchus numero d'inventario a.1971.674 size: 340mm x 160mm; weight: 4.5kg provenance: private collection; formerly swiss private collection, acquired in 1999. 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. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":10000,"lotNumber":"1726","title":{"en":"byzantine marble statue of togatus"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39528/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3600,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.280Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£6,000 - £10,000","currency":"GBP","id":39528,"estimateMin":6000},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39529/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1200. a marble relief depicting an angel in profile to the right, with a circular halo behind the head. rows of tightly curled hair frame the face and descend to the nape. a feathered wing extends behind the shoulder, and the figure wears a tunic with incised folds at the neckline. size: 420mm x 320mm; weight: 21kg provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the french art market before 2000. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1727","title":{"en":"byzantine marble relief of an angel"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39529/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.282Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39529,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39530/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39530/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39530/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600 - 800. a bronze polycandelon with a circular openwork frame, scalloped outer edge and broad central opening. the surrounding register is divided into radial compartments with six oval lamp holders alternating with crosses. it is suspended from three original chains joined to a trefoil-shaped upper fitting. for similar see: bonhams, antiquities, 30.11.2016, lot 93. size: 400mm x 230mm; weight: 680g provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the french art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1728","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze polycandelon with original chains"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39530/view","tags":["ukHomeDecor_LampsLighting","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukHomeDecor","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.284Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39530,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39531/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39531/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39531/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39531/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700. a cast bronze stamp of rectangular shape, with a raised border enclosing two lines of inscription in bold capital letters. the inscription reads neinoc pontif. the reverse is plain, with a substantial circular loop handle attached centrally for gripping and applying pressure. for similar see: christie's, live auction 2605, antiquities, lot. 98 size: 50mm x 70mm; weight: 225g provenance: private collection; acquired in europe before 2001. notarized, in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3500,"lotNumber":"1729","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze seal"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39531/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles_WritingInstrumentsDeskAccessories","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:53.285Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£2,500 - £3,500","currency":"GBP","id":39531,"estimateMin":2500},{"startPrice":900,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39532/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39532/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39532/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39532/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39532/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39532/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 500 - 700. a cast bronze oil lamp with a rounded body resting on a low circular foot and an elongated, projecting nozzle with a broad, rounded tip and a circular wick hole. the upper section is fitted with a hinged lid, surmounted by a conical knob decorated with concentric mouldings. a tall, elaborately curved handle extends from the rear of the body, arching upwards and curling inwards into a volute beneath a cross-shaped finial. size: 120mm x 150mm; weight: 285g provenance: private collection; formerly, private collection, acquired in the 1970-1980's; thence by descent, private collection since 1998. notarized in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1730","title":{"en":"byzantine bronze lamp with lid"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39532/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":900,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.147Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39532,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":2000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39533/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39533/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39533/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39533/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 700 - 800. a silver-inlaid iron belt buckle of rectangular shape with a rounded terminal. the main panel contains a cross with expanded arms between stylised animals and circular ornaments. the surrounding border is filled with interlaced zoomorphic motifs and rosettes, with attachment rivets along the edges. the use of silver inlay on iron is exceptionally rare, as corrosion of the ferrous ground commonly causes the inlay to loosen or disappear. for similar see: k. reynolds brown, migration art, ad 300 - 800, fig. 38. size: 150mm x 70mm; weight: 325g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1731","title":{"en":"outstanding viking silver-inlaid belt buckle with cross"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39533/view","tags":["ukFashion_BeltsBuckles","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukFashion","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukFashion_all"],"directSalePrice":2000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.155Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39533,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39534/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39534/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39534/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39534/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1000. a pale glass bottle with a globular body, a slightly concave base and rounded shoulders tapering to a tall cylindrical neck. the neck has straight sides and terminates in a narrow mouth within a thickened hexagonal rim. size: 160mm x 110mm; weight: 190g provenance: private collection; ex. bonhams, 24th april 2002, lot 341. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":6000,"lotNumber":"1732","title":{"en":"fatimid glass bottle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39534/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.163Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £6,000","currency":"GBP","id":39534,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39535/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39535/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39535/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39535/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39535/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1200 - 1400. a bronze mace head with a cylindrical socket encircled by twisted rope bands. the upper section is set with three tiers of broad triangular projections. size: 115mm x 65mm; weight: 500g provenance: private collection of a cambridgeshire gentleman; formerly with allison barker, 1990s?2007. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1733","title":{"en":"medieval bronze mace head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39535/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.170Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39535,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":2200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39536/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39536/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39536/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39536/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1000 - 1200. a cast bronze figure of saint peter seated with the body facing forward and the head slightly turned. his mature face is framed by thick, curled hair and a full beard, with pronounced brows, a straight nose and deep-set eyes. he wears a long tunic beneath a mantle draped over the shoulders, with incised folds descending across the chest and gathering in broad horizontal pleats over the lap. his left hand is raised to his chest, holding a key. the sandalled feet are visible beneath the hem of the garment. size: 90mm x 30mm; weight: 85g provenance: private collection; acquired in the mid 1980s - late 1990s from the family collection of mr. s.a. switzerland, thence by descent private collection since the late 1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":5000,"lotNumber":"1734","title":{"en":"medieval bronze saint peter"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39536/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":2200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.172Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,500 - £5,000","currency":"GBP","id":39536,"estimateMin":3500},{"startPrice":3000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39537/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39537/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39537/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39537/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 600. a large gilt-bronze cross with four slender arms extending from a circular central mount set with a rock crystal cabochon. each arm flares slightly towards a rounded terminal with a spherical knop and a loop. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1994,0610.18. size: 235mm x 185mm; weight: 275g provenance: from a central london private collection; earlier acquired on the uk art market 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":9000,"lotNumber":"1735","title":{"en":"large byzantine gilt-bronze cross with central rock crystal cabochon"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39537/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.174Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39537,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39538/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39538/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39538/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 900 - 1100. a glass cameo depicting christ in bust-length relief, with a nimbus behind the head and the drapery of the tunic arranged in vertical folds across the chest. the pale figure is set against a translucent reddish ground within a teardrop-shaped silver mount bordered by twisted wire. a broad ribbed suspension loop is attached at the top. for similar see: the glory of byzantium: art and culture of the middle byzantine era, cat. no. 305. size: 55mm x 37mm; 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weight: 270g provenance: private collection; european private collection, acquired in 1993 on the london art market. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1737","title":{"en":"cycladic marble female figure"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39539/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.178Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39539,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39540/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39540/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39540/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3rd millennium bc. a rectangular terracotta tablet inscribed with cuneiform arranged in narrow columns, separated by ruled lines extending along its length. mounted in a modern rectangular display frame. size: 480mm x 200mm; weight: 3.1kg provenance: private collection; ex. feu dr. gonik et/ou feu me wirth - genve. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":15000,"lotNumber":"1738","title":{"en":"important sumerian terracotta tablet with cuneiform inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39540/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.180Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39540,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":1800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39541/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39541/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39541/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39541/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3rd millennium bc. a dark stone mace head with a rounded body and a central cylindrical shaft hole. the exterior is divided into three broad panels by groups of parallel incised lines radiating from the shaft hole. one panel is engraved with a cuneiform inscription arranged in columns. size: 90mm x 120mm; weight: 1.4kg provenance: private collection; acquired from a swiss private collection geneva in 1988. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":5000,"lotNumber":"1739","title":{"en":"mesopotamian stone mace head with cuneiform inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39541/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.182Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£3,000 - £5,000","currency":"GBP","id":39541,"estimateMin":3000},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39542/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39542/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39542/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39542/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39542/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 560 bc. a ritual brick with a rectangular section featuring several columns of cuneiform text mentioning the foundation of a temple during the reign of nebuchadnezzar ii. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 54.117.29. size: 205mm x 130mm; weight: 885g provenance: london private collection; jacob acheroff collection, france, 1960s. french art gallery, 1970s. uk private collection, 2000s-2010s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1740","title":{"en":"babylonian terracotta inscribed temple brick of nebuchadnezzar ii"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39542/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.771Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39542,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":4400,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39543/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39543/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39543/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39543/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39543/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39543/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 bc. a carved stone figurine depicting a seated figure with hands clasped across the waist. the figure wears a voluminous garment extending to the ankles, with incised borders around the lower hem. for similar see: met museum object number: 1986.308 size: 220mm x 110mm; weight: 3.9kg provenance: private collection; ex. private british collection; london, 1960s. 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":15000,"lotNumber":"1741","title":{"en":"sumerian stone seated idol figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39543/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":4400,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.773Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£7,500 - £15,000","currency":"GBP","id":39543,"estimateMin":7500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39544/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39544/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39544/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39544/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39544/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2700 bc or later. a marble statue of a bearded male worshipper standing with his hands clasped before his chest. he wears a knee-length garment. the hair and rectangular beard are carved in wavy locks, and the large eyes are set with inlays. for similar see: met museum numero d'inventario: 40.156 size: 120mm x 50mm; weight: 175g provenance: private uk collection; formerly h.g. collection; acquired from a. kotllar, paris, french art market, 1970?2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1742","title":{"en":"sumerian marble figurine of priest with inlaid eyes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39544/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.775Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39544,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39545/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39545/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39545/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39545/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39545/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39545/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2700 bc or later. a carved marble figurine depicting a seated priest with a broad torso and arms bent before the chest. the bearded face has large eyes, originally inlaid, beneath prominent brows, a broad nose and a closed mouth. his hair is arranged in thick locks, with a long, tiered beard extending over the chest. he wears a garment draped diagonally across the upper body, with the folds carved in shallow relief. the figure sits on a rectangular block. for similar see: met museum object number: 1986.308 size: 65mm x 40mm; weight: 105g provenance: private uk collection; formerly h.g. collection; acquired from a. kotllar, paris, french art market, 1970?2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter. the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1743","title":{"en":"sumerian marble figurine of a seated priest with inlaid eyes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39545/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.777Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39545,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39546/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39546/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39546/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39546/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39546/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 bc. a black stone figurine of a recumbent panther with the forelegs extended and the hindquarters folded beneath the body. the broad head is turned forward, with large inlaid eyes, a wrinkled muzzle and an open mouth exposing the teeth. numerous pale stone inlays are set across the body and limbs. the paws are carved with incised claws and the tail curves along the flank. size: 110mm x 40mm; weight: 215g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1744","title":{"en":"sumerian inlaid stone figurine of a panther"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39546/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.779Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39546,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":500,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39547/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39547/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39547/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39547/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3100 - 2900 bc. a red stone stamp seal carved in the form of a lion's head, with a rounded cranium, prominent muzzle and a recessed eye. a perforation passes through the upper part for suspension. the flat circular underside is engraved with three animals. for similar see: the university of pennsylvania museum of archaeology and anthropology, object number b14537. size: 47mm x 38mm; weight: 45g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":1500,"lotNumber":"1745","title":{"en":"jemdet nasr red stone stamp seal in the form of a lion's head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39547/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":500,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.781Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£750 - £1,500","currency":"GBP","id":39547,"estimateMin":750},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39548/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39548/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39548/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3700 - 3200 bc. a stone eye idol with a broad rounded body on a flattened base. the upper section is shaped as a pair of joined circular eyes, each pierced through the centre, with a shallow central notch dividing the two lobes. accompanied by a modern custom-made display stand. for similar see: christie's, live auction 1446, antiquities, 10 december 2004, lot 388. size: 50mm x 35mm; weight: 60g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the dutch art market; ex. european private collection, acquired before 1970. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1746","title":{"en":"tell brak stone eye idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39548/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.783Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39548,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39549/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39549/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39549/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2700 - 2300 bc. a marble kusura-beycesultan idol with a broad disc-shaped body and a long narrow neck terminating in a stylised head. triangular arms project laterally from either side of the body. for similar see: christie's, live auction 2490, antiquities, 7 december 2011, lot 12. size: 115mm x 65mm; weight: 55g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the dutch art market; ex. private collection, germany before 1990. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":2000,"lotNumber":"1747","title":{"en":"anatolian marble kusura-beycesultan idol"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39549/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":800,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.785Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,200 - £2,000","currency":"GBP","id":39549,"estimateMin":1200},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39550/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 bc. a large chlorite bowl with a low cylindrical body, broad open mouth and slightly everted rim. the central register is carved in relief with two pairs of stylised creatures facing each other, their bodies filled with closely spaced drilled recesses set with pale stone inlays. the heads have prominent circular eyes and open mouths with contrasting red and white inlays. plain bands frame the decoration above and below. for similar see: s. salvatori, early bactrian objects in private collections, cat. 86. size: 310mm x 155mm; weight: 6.52kg provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. private collection, 1970s?1990s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1748","title":{"en":"large bactrian chlorite inlaid bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39550/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.787Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39550,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39551/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3000 bc or later. a stone statue depicting a seated female figure with a separately carved, removable head with a slender neck, a delicately modelled face and long locks of hair falling behind the ears. she wears an elaborate layered garment with broad rounded shoulders, decorated with deeply incised chevron patterns across the chest and concentric curved bands over the upper arms. her forearms extend downwards, with both hands resting against the upper part of the skirt. the voluminous garment is arranged in three tiers with scalloped edges, each decorated with vertical incisions. size: 230mm x 120mm; 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weight: 3.34kg provenance: private uk collection; ex uk art gallery, 2010s; ex dutch private collection, 1990s-2010s; ex american collection of alan schwartz, 1980s-1990s; ex usa ancient art gallery, 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation"},"estimateMax":9000,"lotNumber":"1750","title":{"en":"south arabian alabaster bull with pectoral"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39552/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":3000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.060Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£4,500 - £9,000","currency":"GBP","id":39552,"estimateMin":4500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39553/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. an alabaster bull figurine carved on an integral rectangular base. the animal stands with a lowered head, muscular body, and arched back. short horns project from the crown above a compact head with large eyes and incised nostrils. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 2002.34; sotheby's, ancient sculptures and works of art, 7 december 2021, lot 8; the british museum, museum number 130883. size: 210mm x 190mm; weight: 3kg provenance: private uk collection; formerly part of the h.g. collection; acquired from the french market, a. kotllar, paris, 1970?2006. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation"},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1751","title":{"en":"south arabian alabaster bull figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39553/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.062Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39553,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/007/007.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/008/008.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39554/009/009.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a terracotta figurine depicting a rider seated on a standing bull. the animal has a powerful body on four straight legs, a broad head with prominent curved horns, large almond-shaped eyes and a projecting muzzle. a saddle or blanket is modelled across the back, supporting the rider, who sits upright with bent legs and wears a pointed hat and draped garment. size: 375mm x 305mm; 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weight: 11.08kg provenance: from a private uk collection; german art gallery, 1970s. ex. belgian art market. 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":"1753","title":{"en":"huge south arabian stone inscribed stele"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39555/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.066Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39555,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":1000,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/006/006.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39556/007/007.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a marble ritual table with a rectangular body and shallow recessed upper surface bordered by a raised rim. three spouts shaped as bullheads project from one long side, each carved with a cylindrical muzzle, almond-shaped eyes and short horns. narrow channels extend from the upper surface towards the bovine protomes. for similar see: christie's, live auction 2323, antiquities, lot 18. size: 380mm x 200mm; weight: 9.72kg provenance: property of a west london gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the uk/international art market in the 1980s. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":3000,"lotNumber":"1754","title":{"en":"south arabian marble ritual table with three spouts"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39556/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukOtherEthnic_MiddleEasternandIslamic","ukOtherEthnic","ukOtherEthnic_all","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":1000,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:51.068Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£1,500 - £3,000","currency":"GBP","id":39556,"estimateMin":1500},{"startPrice":800,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39557/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39557/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39557/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39557/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39557/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2250 - 1750 bc. a red stone female idol with a small head, rounded shoulders and a narrow, tapering body. the arms are folded over the abdomen. a raised band encircles the hips, above an incised pubic triangle. the legs are separated by a single central groove. for similar see: christie's, live auction 1244, antiquities, lot 62. size: 205mm x 75mm; 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a fan-shaped tail with radiating feathers; and a second wing similarly carved. pale inlay remains within the recessed divisions. size: 40-90mm x 35-45mm; weight: 115g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1761","title":{"en":"egyptian lapis lazuli inlays from a falcon figure"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39563/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:50.410Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39563,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39564/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39564/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39564/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39564/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"new kingdom, ca. 1550 - 1069 bc. a rectangular stone mould with a flat upper face cut with a series of circular depressions arranged in irregular rows. size: 170mm x 110mm; 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and a kantharos with a deep bowl, slightly flaring rim, two high arching handles and a short stemmed foot. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 96.9.160. size: 160-210mm x 45-115mm; weight: 425g provenance: private london collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a dutch private collection formed in the late 20th century."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1788","title":{"en":"pair of etruscan black-glazed terracotta vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39590/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:56.149Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39590,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39591/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39591/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39591/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39591/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a collection of three bronze vessels, including, from left to right: a squat jar with a broad rounded body, short cylindrical neck and everted rim; 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and a broad deep cup with a rounded body, thickened everted rim and a single loop handle joining the rim to the shoulder. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1909,0720.7. size: 110-110mm x 60-130mm; weight: 385g provenance: private london collection; acquired in belgium; formerly in a german private collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1791","title":{"en":"pair of villanovan terracotta vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39593/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:58.613Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39593,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39594/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39594/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39594/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39594/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a pair of bronze vessels, from left to right: a large jar with a broad ovoid body tapering towards the base, rounded shoulder and short cylindrical neck; 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weight: 635g provenance: private uk collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a switzerland-based collection formed in the late 20th century."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1793","title":{"en":"large daunian bichrome terracotta jug"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39595/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:58.618Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39595,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39596/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39596/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39596/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39596/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a polychrome glass necklace composed of turquoise blue spacer beads interspersed with larger globular eye beads in blue, white, yellow, green and black. the larger beads are decorated with concentric stratified eyes and applied trailed motifs, with numerous blue drop-shaped pendants suspended at intervals along the strand. the necklace is finished with a gold hook clasp. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 74.51.316. size: 230/460mm x 12mm; 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weight: 520g provenance: private uk collection; acquired in germany; previously held in a switzerland-based collection formed in the late 20th century."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1797","title":{"en":"greek canosan terracotta trefoil oinochoe with olive leaves"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39599/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:58.626Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39599,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39600/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39600/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39600/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39600/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39600/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1050 - 750 bc. a polished terracotta jug with an elongated ovoid body tapering to a narrow base and a gently sloping shoulder. the tall cylindrical neck flares slightly towards the rim, and a single strap handle joins the upper neck to the body. size: 280mm x 130mm; 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weight: 335g provenance: london private collection, mayfair; ex uk collection, 1970s?1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1802","title":{"en":"greek marble mesomphalos shallow bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39604/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.658Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39604,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39605/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39605/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39605/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39605/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a cast bronze double axe amulet with opposed crescent-shaped blades joined by a rectangular central shaft decorated with vertical incised lines and pierced transversely through the centre. for similar see: the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 26.31.467. size: 40mm x 30mm; weight: 20g provenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1803","title":{"en":"early greek bronze double axe amulet"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39605/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.661Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39605,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39606/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39606/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39606/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a pair of bronze lion figures, from left to right: a standing lion with an arched back and broad head, the legs joined to a rectangular base; and a hollow lion head with rounded ears, deeply set eyes and a broad muzzle, the mane rendered in irregular locks around the face. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1852,0522.1. size: 40-65mm x 20-50mm; weight: 180g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1804","title":{"en":"pair of greek bronze lion figurines"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39606/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.663Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39606,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39607/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39607/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39607/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39607/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39607/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39607/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 700 - 500 bc. a bronze horse stands firmly on four separated legs, with a compact barrel-shaped body, short tail and steeply rising neck. its enlarged head is modelled with pointed ears, a prominent circular eye and a broad muzzle crossed by a horizontal band, while an opening at the cheek or mouth may relate to the representation of a bridle. the modelling is deliberately schematic yet noticeably heavier and more rounded than that of the canonical slender greek geometric horse type. dark brown patination covers most of the surface, accompanied by green corrosion products and scattered pale deposits, none of which can independently establish the object?s age or origin. the form may belong broadly within an early first-millennium b.c. mediterranean tradition. size: 75mm x 85mm; weight: 175g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1805","title":{"en":"greek cypriot bronze horse figurine"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39607/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.665Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39607,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39608/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39608/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a collection of five terracotta votive figurines, including, from left to right: the upper body of a youth; and four similarly modelled figures enveloped in long mantles with diagonal folds across the body, each on an integral flat base. size: 65-90mm x 25-60mm; weight: 230g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1806","title":{"en":"collection of hellenistic terracotta figurines from a temple"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39608/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.667Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39608,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39609/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39609/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a collection of five terracotta votive figurines, including, from left to right: a standing figure with a broad torso and legs set apart; a standing female figure wearing a long chiton and a mantle draped diagonally across the chest; a standing figure with broad shoulders and arms held against the body; and two standing draped figures enveloped in mantles with diagonal folds across the torso, each on an integral flat base. size: 90-115mm x 30-40mm; weight: 290g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1807","title":{"en":"collection of hellenistic terracotta figurines from a temple"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39609/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.669Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39609,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39610/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39610/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 - 100 bc. a collection of four terracotta votive figurines, including, from left to right: a standing female figure with a veiled head; a figure wearing a long mantle with diagonal folds across the torso and vertical pleats below; a standing figure with a veiled head; and the upper body of a veiled female figure. size: 55-100mm x 30-35mm; weight: 140g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1808","title":{"en":"collection of hellenistic terracotta figurines from a temple"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39610/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.671Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39610,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39611/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39611/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39611/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39611/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a marble head of a horse carved with a tapering muzzle and a broad arched neck. the mane falls along the crest in a series of deeply carved, parallel locks. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 2010,5006.1878.67. size: 145mm x 120mm; weight: 1.08kg provenance: london private collection, mayfair; ex uk collection, 1970s?1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1809","title":{"en":"greek marble head of horse"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39611/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:02.673Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39611,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39612/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39612/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39612/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 900 - 650 bc. a pair of terracotta vessels, from left to right: a flask with an ovoid body tapering into a short neck with a thick rolled rim, with fine horizontal bands around the shoulder; and a squat cup with a rounded body, slightly everted rim and a single loop handle joining the rim to the shoulder. size: 75-120mm x 90-120mm; weight: 430g provenance: private london collection; acquired in belgium; formerly in a german private collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1810","title":{"en":"pair of cypriot terracotta vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39612/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.956Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39612,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39613/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39613/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39613/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 200 bc - ad 100. a large one-handled jug and a smaller fusiform bottle form this group of two vessels, both made in buff to orange pottery. the jug has an elongated ovoid body tapering to a pointed lower end, a narrow cylindrical neck and a thick vertical handle joining the shoulder to a pinched or trefoil-shaped mouth, now chipped along the rim. beside it, the smaller bottle presents a broad piriform body, narrow neck, rolled lip and small flattened base, forming a profile consistent with an unguentarium or perfume vessel. size: 100-150mm x 60-80mm; weight: 415g provenance: private london collection; acquired in belgium; formerly in a german private collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1811","title":{"en":"a group of two hellenistic and roman pottery vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39613/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.958Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39613,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39614/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39614/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39614/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39614/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 750 - 400 bc. a collection of three terracotta vessels, including, from left to right: a tall jug with an elongated ovoid body, cylindrical neck and a single loop handle; a shallow cup with a rounded body and loop handle; and a jug with a globular body, short neck, loop handle and long tapering spout. size: 30-140mm x 70-80mm; weight: 440g provenance: private london collection; acquired in belgium; formerly in a german private collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1812","title":{"en":"collection of greek period terracotta vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39614/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.960Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39614,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39615/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39615/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39615/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 750 - 400 bc. a tall jug and a rounded one-handled cup or small bowl form this group of two vessels, both made in pale buff pottery and now showing heavily worn surfaces. the jug has an ovoid body supported on a narrow foot and rising through a tall neck to a damaged pinched or cut-away mouth, with an arched handle connecting the rim and shoulder. the companion vessel is characterised by a globular body, open mouth, short upright rim and large loop handle. faint dark and bluish traces across the surfaces may preserve degraded painted decoration, although later markings or deposits cannot be excluded from the photograph alone. the pale slip, prominent loop handles and simple rounded profiles suggest cypriot white painted or related iron age traditions. size: 90-150mm x 75-140mm; 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an irregular pale coating covers its neck and upper shoulder, with turquoise-coloured patches visible lower down. the juglet has a similarly rounded body but rises through a narrow neck to a flaring lip, with one vertical handle and traces of dark colour surviving across the neck and body. size: 55-85mm x 65-95mm; weight: 510g provenance: private uk collection; london art market acquisition, 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1814","title":{"en":"group of four cypriot pottery vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39616/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.964Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39616,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39617/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39617/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39617/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1050 - 600 bc. a two-handled jar and two small round-bodied bottles or juglets form this group of three vessels in pale buff pottery. the jar has a broad squat body supported on a low foot and surmounted by a tall flaring neck, with two small loop handles applied at the shoulder. the upper bottle is distinguished by a flattened globular body, short neck and everted rim, although no handle can be seen in the frontal view. the vessel on the right has a rounded body ending in a small pointed or nipple-like base and rises to a short neck with a broad flaring lip. heavy wear and encrustation affect all three surfaces, leaving only faint traces that may derive from former painted or slipped decoration. size: 70-80mm x 75-85mm; weight: 415g provenance: private uk collection; london art market acquisition, 1980s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1815","title":{"en":"group of three cypriot pottery vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39617/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.967Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39617,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39618/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39618/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39618/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39618/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39618/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 650 - 600 bc. a terracotta aryballos with an ovoid body, narrow neck, broad disc rim and a short strap handle joining the rim to the shoulder. the neck is painted with vertical tongues, and the body is decorated with horizontal black and red bands enclosing two registers of dots. concentric bands encircle the mouth. for similar see: bonhams, antiquities, 3 july 2019, lot 295. size: 75mm x 41mm; weight: 50g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. german collection 1955-1990."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1816","title":{"en":"rare corinthian terracotta aryballos with geometric decoration"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39618/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.969Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39618,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39619/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39619/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39619/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39619/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39619/005/005.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39619/006/006.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 400 - 300 bc. a pair of black-glazed beakers, each with an ovoid body on a short stem and spreading foot, a flaring mouth and a single loop handle joining the rim to the mid-section. size: 110-115mm x 75-80mm; weight: 250g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; ex. collection of peter eichhorn."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1817","title":{"en":"air of greek black-glazed beakers"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39619/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.971Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39619,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39620/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39620/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39620/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39620/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a bronze mesomphalos bowl with a broad hemispherical body, slightly thickened rim and a central omphalos encircled by a raised concentric moulding. ten petal-shaped lobes radiate from the omphalos to the rim, separated by narrow ribs. size: 45mm x 145mm; weight: 225g provenance: from a private uk collection; london art market acquisition; earlier in an oxford private collection dating to the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1818","title":{"en":"greek period bronze mesomphalos lobed bowl"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39620/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.973Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39620,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39621/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39621/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39621/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39621/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a pair of bronze shallow bowls, from left to right: a broad basin with a gently rounded underside and a straight rim, the interior bordered by narrow bands of punched ring-and-dot ornament; and a larger bowl with a plain rounded wall. size: 35-50mm x 125-140mm; weight: 205g provenance: from a private uk collection; london art market acquisition; earlier in an oxford private collection dating to the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1819","title":{"en":"pair of greek period bronze shallow bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39621/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:42:59.975Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39621,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39622/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39622/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39622/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39622/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 300 bc. a pair of bronze umbones, each with a broad circular flange surrounding a prominent hemispherical boss. the reverse is fitted with a transverse fastening bar spanning the central dome, with a short perpendicular attachment. size: 20-25mm x 98-98mm; weight: 215g provenance: from a private uk collection; london art market acquisition; earlier in an oxford private collection dating to the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1820","title":{"en":"pair of greek bronze umbones"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39622/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.342Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39622,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39623/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39623/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39623/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39623/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 - 300 bc. a pair of large bronze bowls, from left to right: a broad, low bowl with gently spreading sides and a narrow plain rim; and a shallow bowl centred by an omphalos, with a broad upturned rim and moulded outer edge. size: 40-50mm x 200-220mm; weight: 685g provenance: from a private uk collection; london art market acquisition; earlier in an oxford private collection dating to the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1821","title":{"en":"pair of large greek bronze shallow bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39623/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.345Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39623,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39624/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39624/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39624/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39624/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 400 bc. a bronze vessel attachment in the form of a long, slightly tapering strap, terminating below in a broad scalloped palmette and above in a pierced leaf-shaped suspension loop. both faces are decorated with finely incised palmettes, scrolling tendrils and volutes arranged symmetrically around a central axis. the expanded lower plate served as the attachment to the vessel wall, with the perforated terminal securing the movable handle. its structure and vegetal ornament belong to the greek?etruscan tradition of bronze vessels and related banqueting equipment. size: 175mm x 35mm; weight: 145g provenance: private uk collection; formerly h.g. collection; acquired from a. kotllar, paris, french art market, 1970?2006."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1822","title":{"en":"greek?etruscan bronze vessel handle"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39624/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.347Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39624,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39625/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39625/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39625/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39625/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a collection of three bronze jars, including, from left to right: a tall vessel with an ovoid body, rounded shoulder and broad flaring neck; a globular jar on a low foot, with a narrow shoulder and tall flaring neck; and a squat jar with a broad globular body, short neck and everted rim. size: 80-150mm x 90-100mm; weight: 390g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a german collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1823","title":{"en":"collection of greek period bronze jars"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39625/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.349Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39625,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39626/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39626/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39626/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39626/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a collection of three bronze bowls, including, from left to right: a deep hemispherical bowl centred by an omphalos; and two shallow bowls, each with a broad basin and narrow plain rim. size: 55-55mm x 150-180mm; weight: 525g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a german collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1824","title":{"en":"collection of greek period bronze bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39626/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.351Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39626,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39627/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39627/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39627/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39627/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a pair of bronze bowls, from left to right: a deep bowl with a rounded body, slightly constricted upper wall and broad everted rim; and a larger deep bowl with a full rounded body and a wide horizontal everted rim. size: 70-90mm x 160-200mm; weight: 1kg provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a german collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1825","title":{"en":"pair of greek period bronze bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39627/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.353Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39627,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39628/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39628/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39628/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39628/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a pair of bronze shallow bowls, each with a broad basin, rounded underside and slightly thickened rim. size: 70-70mm x 220-230mm; weight: 1.4kg provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in belgium; earlier part of a german collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1826","title":{"en":"pair of greek period bronze shallow bowls"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39628/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.355Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39628,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39629/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39629/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39629/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39629/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39629/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 300 bc. a bronze bowl with a broad cylindrical body and low vertical walls resting on a flat base. the upper edge is finished with a narrow everted rim surrounding the wide open mouth. the exterior is plain and undecorated. size: 60mm x 150mm; 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weight: 365g provenance: private collection; formerly in a private collection, acquired in the 1970-1980s; thence by descent, private collection since 1998. (notarized in switzerland before the 2005 ltbc). the item is under temporary admission (ta), and an additional 5% duty will be applied to the hammer price."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1829","title":{"en":"celtic bronze axe"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39631/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":180,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:03.361Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39631,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39632/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39632/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 300 bc. a collection of four cast bronze spearheads, including, from left to right: a narrow leaf-shaped example with a short socket; a long lanceolate blade tapering to an elongated tang; and two leaf-shaped spearheads, each with a long tubular socket. size: 110-210mm x 30-30mm; weight: 330g provenance: private london collection; formerly in austrian private collection 1980s-early 1990s"},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1830","title":{"en":"collection of celtic bronze spearheads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39632/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.531Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39632,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39633/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39633/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 600 - 300 bc. a collection of three cast bronze spearheads, including, from left to right: a narrow lanceolate blade with a pronounced median rib and short tubular socket; an elongated leaf-shaped blade with a prominent central rib extending into a long socket; and a broad leaf-shaped blade with a rounded point, low median rib and short tubular socket. size: 140-245mm x 20-25mm; weight: 410g provenance: private london collection; formerly in austrian private collection 1980s-early 1990s"},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1831","title":{"en":"collection of celtic bronze spearheads"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39633/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.533Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39633,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39634/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39634/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39634/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39634/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 100. a terracotta relief depicting eros accompanied by two figures, all modelled in high relief. eros has a rounded face and curly hair, with his body turned towards the figure at his side. the reverse is flat and plain. size: 115mm x 100mm; 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weight: 400g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in germany; earlier part of a french collection assembled in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1833","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze axes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39635/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Tools","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.537Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39635,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39636/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39636/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39636/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 500 bc. a pair of socketed axe heads cast in bronze, each with sharply defined geometric decoration below the collar. the left axe displays a deeply recessed chevron motif while the axe on the right exhibits a more linear geometric motif. both have a narrow body expanding to a broad curved cutting edge and an integrated side loop for attachment. size: 100-105mm x 50-55mm; weight: 425g provenance: from a london private collection; purchased in germany; earlier part of a french collection assembled in the 1980s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1834","title":{"en":"pair of celtic bronze axes"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39636/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles_Tools","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.538Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39636,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39637/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39637/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39637/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39637/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a terracotta legionary brick of thick rectangular section, impressed on one face with a two-line latin inscription in large capital letters reading [?] dom svlp; probably: ex f(iglinis) domit(iae) dom(itiani) sulp(iciensibus), paet(ino) et apron(iano) co(n)s(ulibus)[?]ron cos. size: 185mm x 145mm; weight: 930g provenance: from a private london collection; earlier present on the netherlands art market in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1835","title":{"en":"roman legionary terracotta brick with stamped inscription"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39637/view","tags":["ukAntiqueVF_SalvageArchitecturalAntiques","ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukAntiqueVF","ukAntiqueVF_all","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.541Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39637,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39638/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39638/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39638/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 300 - 500. a terra sigillata bowl sherd moulded in relief with a seated bearded man beneath an arched architectural frame. he is depicted in layered drapery, with one arm bent across the body. size: 115mm x 65mm; 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weight: 220g provenance: private london collection, acquired on the german art market; previously in a german collection since the 1990s. accompanied by a german export license."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1837","title":{"en":"roman bronze miniature votive foot"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39639/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.544Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39639,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39640/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39640/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39640/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39640/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39640/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 200. the goddess selene, known to the romans as luna, is represented standing on a moulded square pedestal with projecting corner feet, her body enveloped in a long garment arranged in vertical folds. her head turns in profile beneath a large, deeply curved mantle that rises behind and above her like an arch, creating the billowing veil conventionally associated with the lunar divinity. in her raised right hand she holds a tapering attribute, apparently a torch, while the lowered left hand grasps the end of the mantle or a second, now indistinct attribute. the figure and pedestal appear to form a single bronze assemblage, although the joins, casting method and relationship of the base require physical examination. dark brown patination, reddish and green areas, irregular accretions and extensive wear obscure much of the facial and drapery detail. the combination of torch and arched veil strongly supports the identification as selene/luna. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1824,0426.5. size: 130mm x 80mm; weight: 240g provenance: from a private uk collection; previously part of the r.a. collection, assembled since the 1970s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1838","title":{"en":"roman bronze figure of selene"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39640/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukDecorativeArts_Figurines","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:08.546Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39640,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39641/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39641/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39641/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39641/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39641/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 300. a pair of objects, from left to right: a bone hairpin with a long tapering shaft surmounted by a moulded collar and a figure of harpocrates, nude and standing with his right index finger raised to his lips and a cornucopia beside his left arm; and a stone rod with a slender cylindrical stem terminating at either end in a broad flaring disc. size: 60-15mm x 15-18mm; weight: 11g provenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1839","title":{"en":"roman bone hairpin with harpocrates and stone rod"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39641/view","directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T16:22:19.196Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39641,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39642/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39642/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39642/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39642/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 1 - 400. a collection of three bronze tools, including, from left to right: a long pointed pin with a sphere set between ribbed collars and surmounted by a conical finial decorated with incised bands; a slender pointed implement with a twisted terminal; and a pair of long spring tweezers with tapering jaws and a heart-shaped loop handle, the junction decorated with incised crossed lines. for similar see: the british museum, museum number 1932,1112.3, 1867,0508.121. size: 230-270mm x 4-40mm; weight: 130g provenance: prince collection, 1990s?2014; ex. kai schmidt, jan 2012 and helios gallery, mar. 2011. this item has been cleared against the art loss register database and comes with a confirmation letter."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1840","title":{"en":"collection of roman bronze tools"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39642/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_Tools","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.388Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39642,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39643/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39643/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39643/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"middle roman imperial to late roman period, ca. ad 100 - 400. a collection of nine free-blown glass unguentaria and small bottles. the upper register comprises three tall blue-green vessels with elongated piriform bodies, cylindrical necks, and slightly everted rims. in the lower register, from left to right, are a tall green cylindrical bottle with vertical ribbing; a squat, approximately square vessel with rounded shoulders and a short neck; and a heavily weathered globular unguentarium. these are followed by a green ovoid bottle supported upon three applied feet, a large grey-blue piriform flask with an elongated neck, and a miniature spool-shaped unguentarium with a broad folded rim. the surfaces display extensive mineral accretions, opaque weathering, and areas of blue, green, and silver iridescence. size: 40-125mm x 25-45mm; weight: 290g provenance: from a private london collection; earlier held in an old family collection formed over the period 1960s?2000."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1841","title":{"en":"collection of nine roman and late roman glass unguentaria"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39643/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.391Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39643,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39644/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39644/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39644/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 100 bc - ad 700. a heterogeneous collection of eleven glass vessels. the upper register contains three blue-green roman unguentaria: one globular and two piriform, all with elongated cylindrical necks. the lower register includes two squat globular bottles, a slender green phial, and a conical vessel decorated with oblique trails in contrasting colours. these are followed by a dark bottle bearing applied concentric ornament, a small prismatic container, a piriform unguentarium, and a large lentoid flask with a tall neck. size: 55-115mm x 20-50mm; 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weight: 60g provenance: private uk collection; from an old british collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":300,"lotNumber":"1849","title":{"en":"rare roman bronze astragali"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39651/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukDecorativeArts_Metalware","ukCollectibles","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukCollectibles_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":100,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.405Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£150 - £300","currency":"GBP","id":39651,"estimateMin":150},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39652/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39652/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39652/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39652/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 300. a collection of three glass unguentaria, including, from left to right: a pale blue tall bottle with a rounded body, very long cylindrical neck and wide everted rim; a dark green vessel with a domed lower body, slender neck and broad flaring mouth; and a pale blue unguentarium with a domed body, long narrow neck and broad everted rim. for similar see: bonhams, discovery online auction, 20-29 jan 2025, lot 3. size: 140-160mm x 30-40mm; weight: 80g provenance: private uk collection; acquired on the london art market; formerly in the private collection of d. ruskin, oxford, 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1850","title":{"en":"collection of roman glass tall unguentaria"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39652/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:04.474Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39652,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39653/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39653/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39653/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39653/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400. a green glass double unguentarium with two adjoining tubular compartments, the body encircled by applied dark green glass threads arranged in close horizontal bands. two arched handles in contrasting blue-green and dark red glass spring from the shoulders to the rim. for similar see: the dallas museum of art, object number: 1967.12.15; the metropolitan museum of art, object number: 17.194.330. size: 110mm x 70mm; weight: 65g provenance: private uk collection; acquired on the london art market; formerly in the private collection of d. ruskin, oxford, 1990s."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1851","title":{"en":"fantastic roman glass double unguentarium with glass thread decoration and bichrome handles"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39653/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:04.477Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39653,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39654/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39654/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39654/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39654/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 400. a pale green glass double unguentarium with two adjoining tubular compartments tapering towards the rounded base. the body is encircled by applied glass threads in a series of horizontal bands. at each side, a thick applied trail rises from the midsection to the rim, where it is folded, before continuing upwards to form a tall arched handle above the vessel. for similar see: the university of colorado boulder, 2008.18.2.18. size: 150mm x 85mm; 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two related lamps with long nozzles and moulded circular borders; a pale lamp with a raised lug and radiating shoulder decoration; a round lamp with concentric rings and a short nozzle; a circular lamp with the recessed discus decorated with an amphora; a lamp with a broad shoulder divided by radiating ribs and a voluted nozzle; a rounded example with a raised lug and plain concentric bands; a dark lamp with a central filling hole framed by scrolling vegetal ornament and a voluted nozzle; and a lamp with an elongated nozzle and concentric decoration. size: 70-110mm x 55-70mm; weight: 800g provenance: private london collection; previously part of a long-standing private family collection assembled between the 1960s and 2000."},"estimateMax":900,"lotNumber":"1872","title":{"en":"collection of roman terracotta oil lamps"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39674/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukHomeDecor_LampsLighting","ukHomeDecor","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts","ukHomeDecor_all"],"directSalePrice":300,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:04.359Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£450 - £900","currency":"GBP","id":39674,"estimateMin":450},{"startPrice":300,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39675/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39675/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 200 - 400. a collection of 10 terracotta oil lamps, including, from top left: an elongated lamp with a large central filling hole, long nozzle and radiating ribs around the shoulder; 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and a blue flask with a squat rounded body, cylindrical neck and thick rim, the body decorated with pinched trails around the shoulder. size: 70-120mm x 60-70mm; weight: 75g provenance: private uk collection; acquired on the london art market; formerly in the private collection of d. ruskin, oxford, 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1875","title":{"en":"pair of umayyad glass flasks"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39677/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_AntiqueGlass","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:04.365Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39677,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39678/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39678/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39678/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39678/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. ad 100 - 400. a collection of three glass unguentaria, including, from left to right: an example with a piriform body, slender neck and everted rim; 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and two female busts, each with an elongated neck, stylised facial features, applied hair and a headband, nursing a child at the breast. size: 70-100mm x 60-70mm; weight: 300g provenance: private london collection; ex french art market, 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1930","title":{"en":"collection of syro-hittite terracotta idols"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39732/view","tags":["ukArt_Sculpture","ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all","ukArt_all","ukArt"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.692Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39732,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39733/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39733/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39733/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39733/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1800 - 1400 bc. a collection of three terracotta bird idols, each depicting a stylised female figure with a rounded body, elongated neck, projecting beak and applied circular breasts, supported on two short legs. each wears a tall, raised headband and nurses a child at the breast. size: 90-110mm x 50-70mm; 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weight: 280g provenance: from a private uk collection; formerly in the s.s. collection, assembled from the 1970s onwards."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1933","title":{"en":"large bronze age bronze mace head"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39735/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.699Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39735,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39736/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39736/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39736/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500-2000 bc. a group of two wheel-made pottery vessels associated with the ceramic traditions of baluchistan and the greater indus region. the first has a rounded body and tall concave neck, with a broad geometric band of opposed triangles and hatched motifs encircling the lower body. the second is a squat jar with a short cylindrical neck and everted rim, painted in dark brown and reddish pigment over a warm terracotta ground. its shoulder carries a continuous frieze of stylised animals or birds separated by groups of vertical lines and framed by horizontal bands. a secondary register of pendant loop motifs decorates the upper body beneath the principal frieze. size: 110-130mm x 120-120mm; weight: 555g provenance: private london collection; acquired in belgium; formerly in a german private collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1934","title":{"en":"two greater indus painted pottery jars"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39736/view","tags":["ukAsianAntiques_SouthAsian","ukAsianAntiques_all","ukAsianAntiques"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.700Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39736,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39737/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39737/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a collection of five cast bronze blades, including, from left to right: a long narrow lanceolate blade with a low median rib and elongated tang with undulating edge; a broad leaf-shaped blade with a pronounced central rib and rectangular tang with three rivet holes; a slender blade with a strong median rib and short pierced tang; a broad lanceolate blade with a central rib and rounded pierced tang; and a narrow leaf-shaped blade tapering to an elongated rectangular tang. size: 210-240mm x 30-45mm; weight: 410g provenance: private london collection; formerly in austrian private collection 1980s-early 1990s"},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1935","title":{"en":"collection of five bronze age blades"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39737/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_WeaponsArmor","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:20.702Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39737,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39738/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39738/002/002.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 1200 - 800 bc. a collection of five cast bronze blades, including, from left to right: a slender lanceolate blade with a low median rib and short pierced tang; 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a jug with a carinated body tapering to a flat base, a tall neck, everted rim and a single loop handle; and a squat jar with a carinated body and broad flaring mouth, decorated around the shoulder with incised bands. size: 70-165mm x 100-145mm; weight: 1.67kg provenance: london private collection; ex south german collection, european art market, 1980s?1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1940","title":{"en":"group of holy land terracotta vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39742/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:16.631Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39742,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39743/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39743/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39743/003/003.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 3rd millennium bc. a square stone stamp seal, the obverse engraved with a hunting scene depicting a human figure and quarry, with a short inscription along the upper edge. the reverse is fitted with a prominent suspension boss with a deep central groove and transverse perforation. size: 40mm x 40mm; weight: 45g provenance: private uk collection; from an old london collection formed in the 1990s."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1941","title":{"en":"mesopotamian stone seal with hunting scene"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39743/view","tags":["ukCollectibles_EthnicArtifacts","ukCollectibles","ukCollectibles_all"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:16.633Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39743,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39744/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39744/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39744/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39744/004/004.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"late 3rd-early 2nd millennium bc, circa 2200-1800 bc. a group of three grey-ware vessels associated with the bronze age cultures of bactrian and margiana. the first is a squat jar with a rounded lower body, constricted neck and broad, outward-flaring rim. the central beaker has an almost cylindrical body, a subtly waisted profile and a series of horizontal ribs around its middle. the largest vessel combines a full globular body with a tall neck and widely everted mouth. their carefully regularised profiles and monochrome finish reflect the restrained ceramic aesthetic characteristic of bronze age central asia. size: 80-110mm x 65-120mm; weight: 550g provenance: private london collection; acquired in belgium; formerly in a german private collection before 2000."},"estimateMax":600,"lotNumber":"1942","title":{"en":"three bactria-margiana burnished grey-ware vessels"},"url":"https://uk.bidspirit.com/ui/lotPage/apollo/source/catalog/auction/82526/lot/39744/view","tags":["ukDecorativeArts_Ceramics","ukDecorativeArts_all","ukDecorativeArts"],"directSalePrice":200,"lastUpdate":"2026-10-26T19:43:16.634Z","textCase":"lower","estimate":"£300 - £600","currency":"GBP","id":39744,"estimateMin":300},{"startPrice":200,"sold":false,"images":["https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39745/001/001.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39745/002/002.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39745/003/003.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39745/004/004.jpg","https://bidspirit-images.global.ssl.fastly.net/apollo/cloned-images/39745/005/005.jpg"],"available":true,"description":{"en":"ca. 2500 bc. a large stone bowl with a flat base, cylindrical body and thickened rim. the exterior is carved in low relief with a continuous frieze of animals interspersed with stylised foliage. a narrow band of triangular notches encircles the rim, and the lower body is decorated with a register of pointed arches above a continuous undulating border. the interior is plain. size: 135mm x 60mm; 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