Ancient Burmese, Pyu States Etched Agate Double Band Military Bead Talisman - 42 mm
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Ancient Burmese Pyu States culture, Double Band Military Bead Talisman made of etched agate, dating to 200–1000 AD, in good condition with ancient holes and faint age patina, dimensions 42×14×14 mm, acquired in 1975 in Yangon from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik.
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An etched agate military bead talisman with from the ancient Burmese, Pyu States cultures.
200 - 1000 AD .
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient cutting, carving, etching and grinding.The holes are ancient,hand-made,irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface. There is a small missing part by one hole due probably an excavation shock.
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.
An etched agate military bead talisman with from the ancient Burmese, Pyu States cultures.
200 - 1000 AD .
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient cutting, carving, etching and grinding.The holes are ancient,hand-made,irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface. There is a small missing part by one hole due probably an excavation shock.
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
200- 1000 AD
Name of object
Double Band Military Bead Talisman
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1975
Material
Etched Agate
Country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
42 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1950
Width
14 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Depth
14 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.
