Old West Asian Gold petal - 8 mm
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West Asian gold pendant model Blütenblatt in the form of a leaf, dating to around the 1st millennium BC, hammered into four vertically arranged leaf blades with a top hanging loop; dimensions L 0.8 cm × W 0.3 cm, depth 0.3 cm, weight 0.07 g; condition Good; provenance from a Japanese private collection, acquired by a Galerie/Antiquitätenhändler and dating back to 1990, acquired 2025; authenticity Original.
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A delicate West Asian gold pendant model in the shape of a leaf. Thin gold sheets were hammered to form four petals arranged vertically with spaces between them. Each petal is rounded at the top and comes to a point. At the top there is a gold loop for hanging. Minor signs of wear consistent with age, such as chips along the edges.
In ancient times, many great civilizations inhabited the West Asian region, and their wealth and prosperity are evidenced by the highly sophisticated jewelry making from precious metals. Gold was hammered into a thin layer and fashioned into various forms. Gold and silver jewelry was adorned with gold granules, glass inlays and semi-precious stones, as well as detailed engravings. Very fine granulation and filigree work were central to West Asian jewelry making and were later adopted by the Greeks, Etruscans and Romans.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Measures: L 0.8 cm x W 0.3 cm
Weight: 0.07 g
Origin: From a Japanese private collection, deceased, 1970-2010.
Important Information:
The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this object. Due to complex cultural laws, we can ship this item only within the EU and to the United Kingdom or Switzerland.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
A delicate West Asian gold pendant model in the shape of a leaf. Thin gold sheets were hammered to form four petals arranged vertically with spaces between them. Each petal is rounded at the top and comes to a point. At the top there is a gold loop for hanging. Minor signs of wear consistent with age, such as chips along the edges.
In ancient times, many great civilizations inhabited the West Asian region, and their wealth and prosperity are evidenced by the highly sophisticated jewelry making from precious metals. Gold was hammered into a thin layer and fashioned into various forms. Gold and silver jewelry was adorned with gold granules, glass inlays and semi-precious stones, as well as detailed engravings. Very fine granulation and filigree work were central to West Asian jewelry making and were later adopted by the Greeks, Etruscans and Romans.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Measures: L 0.8 cm x W 0.3 cm
Weight: 0.07 g
Origin: From a Japanese private collection, deceased, 1970-2010.
Important Information:
The seller guarantees that they are authorized to ship this object. Due to complex cultural laws, we can ship this item only within the EU and to the United Kingdom or Switzerland.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller. No further tests, such as an analysis of metals (XRF test), have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Old West Asian
Century/timeframe
Circa 1st Millenium BC
Name of object
petal
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Gold
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
8 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Width
3 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Japan
Depth
3 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
