Western Asiatic Black Stone XL Resting Tiger Bead Idol Talisman - 160 mm
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XL Resting Tiger Bead Idol Talisman, an original Western Asiatic artifact dating from the first millennium AD or older, carved in black stone and measuring 160 × 70 × 125 mm, in good condition with preserved antique patina, acquired from a gallery/antique dealer in Paris in 1995 and associated with Dr. István Zelnik's collection from Asia.
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Description from the seller
An XL resting tiger idol bead talisman from the ancient Western Asiatic culture.
First Millennium AD or older .
In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, artisan,hand silvermith work. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Paris 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 XL resting tiger idol bead talisman from the ancient Western Asiatic culture.
First Millennium AD or older .
In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, artisan,hand silvermith work. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Paris 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
Western Asiatic
Century/timeframe
First Millennium AD or older
Name of object
XL Resting Tiger Bead Idol Talisman
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Black Stone
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
160 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
70 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
125 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.
