A large Near Eastern bronze avian pendant
A large Near Eastern bronze avian pendant, c. 1000 - 600 BC, cast, with comb, large eye and curved beak, the wings are short and rounded with two feet and fan-shaped tail. A large suspension loop at center of back. 1 3/4 x 2 1/2 in (3.8 x 6.3 cm). Nice brown patina. Cf. Moorey, P. R. S., Catalogue of Ancient Persian Bronzes in the Ashmolean Museum, (Oxford, 1971), p. 231, nos. 413 for type; Ex collection of Peter Cheremisinoff, NJ.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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A large Near Eastern bronze avian pendant, c. 1000 - 600 BC, cast, with comb, large eye and curved beak, the wings are short and rounded with two feet and fan-shaped tail. A large suspension loop at center of back. 1 3/4 x 2 1/2 in (3.8 x 6.3 cm). Nice brown patina. Cf. Moorey, P. R. S., Catalogue of Ancient Persian Bronzes in the Ashmolean Museum, (Oxford, 1971), p. 231, nos. 413 for type; Ex collection of Peter Cheremisinoff, NJ.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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