Western Asiatic Lapis Lazuli XS Insect Bead Talisman - 18 mm
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XS Insect Bead Talisman, a lapis lazuli insect bead talisman from Western Asiatic culture dating to the first millennium AD, measuring 12 by 18 by 8 mm, in good condition with original hand cutting and patina preserved, acquired in 1995 in Belgium from the Zelnik collection.
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Description from the seller
An XS lapis lazuli insect bead talisman from the ancient Western Asiatic culture.
1st Millennium AD .
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand and repolished, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting,carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Brussels 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 XS lapis lazuli insect bead talisman from the ancient Western Asiatic culture.
1st Millennium AD .
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand and repolished, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting,carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Brussels 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
Name of object
XS Insect Bead Talisman
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Lapis Lazuli
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
18 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
12 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
8 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.
