Ancient Asian Jasper Elephant Talisman - 80 mm
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Ancient Asian elephant jasper talisman, original/official, from the second millennium AD, in good condition, measuring 80 by 42 by 29 mm, acquired in 1976 in Islamabad, Pakistan, from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik.
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Description from the seller
A jasper bead talisman depicting an elephant second millennium AD or older.
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased 1976 in Islamabad/Pakistan by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
A jasper bead talisman depicting an elephant second millennium AD or older.
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased 1976 in Islamabad/Pakistan by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Details
Culture
Ancient Asian
Century/timeframe
Second Millenium AD
Name of object
Elephant Talisman
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1976
Material
Jasper
Country acquired from
Pakistan
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
80 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
42 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Pakistan
Depth
29 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.
