Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
May 31, 2019
(Your local time)
United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 2131:
Gandharan Lupine Head Finial
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Start price:
£
180
Estimated price:
$200 - $300
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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1st-4th century AD
A terracotta conical beast-head finial with furrowed chevrons to the upper face, scooped muzzle, slanted eyes, open mouth; mounted on a custom-made stand. 977 grams total, 20.5cm wide with stand (8"). Fine condition.
Provenance
Property of a London gentleman; from his father's collection formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s.
