Ancient Burmese, Pyu States Rock Crystal Red Panda Bead Talisman - 40 mm
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Red Panda Bead Talisman, rock crystal, Ancient Burmese Pyu States culture, dating to the First Millennium AD, in good condition with ancient, hand-made holes; height 40 mm, width 26 mm, depth 28 mm, authentic original, acquired in 1975 in Yangon from the private collection of Dr. István Zelnik.
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A rock crystal red panda bead talisman from the ancient Burmese,Pyu States culture, first millenium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned in a tumbler and repolished, so its surface is shiny and smooth, but the nice antique patina is preserved.
Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving, boring and grinding. The holes are ancient, hand-made, irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased 1975 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.
A rock crystal red panda bead talisman from the ancient Burmese,Pyu States culture, first millenium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned in a tumbler and repolished, so its surface is shiny and smooth, but the nice antique patina is preserved.
Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving, boring and grinding. The holes are ancient, hand-made, irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased 1975 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, Pyu States
Century/timeframe
First Millennium AD
Name of object
Red Panda Bead Talisman
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1975
Material
Rock Crystal
Country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
40 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
26 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Depth
28 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.
