Ancient Burmese Agate Archaic Ring - 31 mm
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An ancient Burmese agate Archaic Ring in good condition, measuring 31 mm by 28 mm by 16 mm, dating to the Second Millennium AD, acquired in 1995 from Myanmar/Burma, with original hand-cut craftsmanship and visible traces of use.
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Description from the seller
An agate archaic ring from the ancient Burmese culture.
Second Millennium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned in a tumbler and repolished, so its surface is shiny and smooth, but the nice patina is preserved. Original,ancient,hand cutting,carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchase mid 90's in Yangon 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.
An agate archaic ring from the ancient Burmese culture.
Second Millennium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned in a tumbler and repolished, so its surface is shiny and smooth, but the nice patina is preserved. Original,ancient,hand cutting,carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchase mid 90's in Yangon 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 Burmese
Century/timeframe
Second Millennium AD
Name of object
Archaic Ring
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Agate
Country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
31 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
28 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Depth
16 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.
