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A mosaic depicting circles and diamonds forming interlocking crosses.
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SW_RM_1012
500 C.E. – 600 C.E.
180 cm x W. 88 cm
Fine condition
Price available upon request
Private collection, acquired ca. 1980.
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A beautiful reddish tone Antefixes, an antefix is a decorative brick used on buildings. This semi- oval relief was made from a mold. The illustration shows a bust of a young woman looking to her right. The face is sunken by both Eyes to emphasize them with shaped bold eyelids. The pupils are incised; the protruding nose and the pair of lips are slightly worn. The head is framed by a powerful hairstyle, with hair parted in the center, and with numerous curls to the sides and some combed back . The woman is wearing a Cross and pyramidal earrings. The relief is mounted on a base with velvet .
Cf. :H. Herdejurgen , Basel Museum of Antiquities . (1982 ). Ancient Art Works from the Ludwig Collection
P 20752
Greek. 400 B.C.E.
H. 18.5 cm, W 18.8 cm, D. 6 cm
The left corner is missing. A small chip on top. Otherwise only minor abrasions on nose and lips.
Price available upon request
Ex. Private German collection, 1980’s
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An elegant Islamic glass bottle with a pointy rim, a single handle, and decorated with a leaf motif around the body
GL_IS_1004
Islamic, 900 C.E. – 1000 C.E.
H. 16 cm
Repaired
Sold
Baidun Family Collection
This Persian sword is a remarkable example of the technology and design that went into crafting an ancient piece of weaponry. The dark hue of this sword lends it an austere weight, while the thick ribs and large crescent of the hilt are an indication of the strength required to wield such a heavy object. The broad blade seems to be made not for bludgeoning as much as cutting, with the raised ridge that runs along its length adding force to its blows.
This is a piece that makes a forceful statement in any collection, especially for collectors looking for a simpler alternative to the overwrought designs of later civilizations. The ancient Persians were known for their battle prowess, and this weapon is a fine example as to the tools ancient warriors had at their disposal. This sword has been wonderfully restored and displays a brilliant luster that still gleams along its long blade.
WP_PR_1111
Persian, 1200 B.C.E. – 1100 B.C.E.
L. 54 cm, 8 cm W
Excellent condition
$11500
Jerusalem Private Collection
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This bronze helmet is designed for combat rather than purely ceremonial purposes, with blade-like wings which slide forward under the jawline from a straight-edge forehead margin. The top of the helmet is fortified with two prominent structural ‘ribs’ designed to deflect sword blows, while the rear edge of the helmet – above the shoulders – is lipped outwards to provide a neck guard. There are faint marks indicating that the helmet was indeed struck, probably by a sword, on the left side.
The early date of this piece put it in the Illyrian (i.e. Macedonian and Albanian) kingdom of the Enchelei, an 8th and 7th century B.C.E. polity focused around Lake Ohrid in what is now Albania and Macedonia. Their economy appears to have been based mainly on fishing, and they had extensive trade networks with Greece. They also had an uneasy relationship with local tribes including Macedonians and the Dardani, among others, and the fact that they seem to have spent much of their time at war may explain why so much of their art and material culture is based around warrior-like iconography and accessories. A helmet such as this would have been worn by a lightly-armed foot-soldier (or Hoplite, in Greek terms), and was designed for skirmishing. This is an evocative and impressive piece of ancient art.
WP_GR_1007
Greek, 700 B.C.E. – 500 B.C.E.
H. 27 cm
Fine condition
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This round Canaanite jug is covered in a series of frenzied red lines that seem to buzz through time, the intersecting spaces broken up by a clearing of just three vertical marks at four spots along the jug’s body. The jug’s basket handle arches above the mouth’s large opening, while a short spout arises from the front, flaring slightly for an easy pour.
The little we know of ancient Canaan comes from the rich archeological record they left behind. This piece is an excellent example of the simple rites of ancient history, when the storage and transportation of water meant the difference between life and death in the arid realm of Canaan.
KB_PT_9993
Early Bronze Age I, 3500 B.C.E. – 3000 B.C.E.
H. 21.5 cm
Fine condition
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Plaster mummy portrait of a young girl, with slender features and tan flesh tones. Her full lips are pursed into a smile, rendering her features serene. Her black hair is molded with front row of small curls, and parted in the middle hair fashion. The eyes and eyebrows are stylistically delineated with black lines and beautiful lashes. She is wearing a pair of earrings. Areas of linen wrappings are preserved on the interior.
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SI_EG_1053
Ptolemaic period, 305 B.C.E. – 30 B.C.E.
H. 29 cm
Professional restoration on the paint and the plaster, overall in fine condition
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CORNER FRAGMENT – A frieze corner with framed, dark ornamental band on a light ground, densely filled with various floral patterns, kneeling human figures, fish and mythical creatures, plus filler motifs. At one end of the frieze, a small tondo with a dancing (?) human figure. Foliage-filled border at three frieze edges. Along one side inside the border another frieze of four and a half winged figures on talons.
Mounted on red linen ground and framed. Fragments of tunics, tabulae, etc. – Cf. Cat. Leipzig – 2002, 113 ff. nos. 157–173 with ill.
TX_EG_1006
Egypt,
Coptic, 300 C.E. – 500 C.E.
L. 26 cm, W. 22.5 cm
Fine Condition
$1,500
Formerly Coll. Eduard Schällibaum, 1950’s–60’s, Chur. – On back of frames, alleged find spot “Upper Egypt”, inv. no. “716. 269. 476”.
This large glass bowl comes from Samaria, the capital of ancient Israel in the 9th century B.C.E. and 8th century B.C.E.. Located just west of the Jordan River, Samaria was a vibrant city for many centuries; its history is recounted in the Old Testament book of Kings. It experienced many invasions over the intervening centuries located as it was in the strategic mountains of Judea.
By the time this beautiful aquamarine bowl was blown, Samaria had come under Roman rule, a period of great innovation as new Roman technology filtered throughout the region.
KB_GL_9987
Early Roman Period 100 C.E.
D. 15 cm
Fine condition
Price available upon request
The skill of the sculptor who carved this piece is seen in the movement of the woman’s himation, or draped robe, as it both cinches below her bosom and sweeps across her waist as it is held back by her right hand. The result is a beautiful statement that highlights her full figure even under the weight of her thick robe.
SI_RM_1068
Roman, 200 C.E. – 300 C.E.
H. 66 cm
Fine condition
$85,000
Mesopotamian, PRE-DYNASTIC 3000 B.C.E. – 2700 B.C.E.
L. 4.5 cm
Excellent condition
$
The Baidun Collection
SG_MS_1035
Mesopotamian, PRE-DYNASTIC 3000 B.C.E. – 2700 B.C.E.
L. 4.5 cm
Excellent condition
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The Baidun Collection[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
The craftsmen of Ancient Rome were constantly innovating to perfect their methods, while reaching new heights of early artistry. The swooping ribbons on the body of the amber glass jar may seem like a simple stylized effect, yet it represent the fine work of a dedicated glassblower using the most rudimentary of tools to create a truly unique piece of filled with ancient beauty.
Only 7 cm in height, this squat jar would have held the perfumes or ointments used daily to embellish the scent or cheeks of an ancient Roman citizen.
KB_GL_9990
Roman, 100 C.E. – 300 C.E.
H. 7 cm
Fine condition
Price available upon request
