Western Asiatic 22,62 Karat Gold Foiled Wax with XRF test Deity w Human Body Votive Bead Talisman with XRF test - 50 mm
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Western Asiatic deity votive bead talisman with human body, made of 22.62 karat gold foiled wax and XRF tested, dating to the first millennium AD, in good condition with patina intact and traces of use, measuring 50 mm high, 14.3 mm wide and 11 mm deep, from the Dr. István Zelnik collection and acquired in 1995 in London via an antique market (originating from Asia), with provenance back to 1960, authenticity original/official, culture Western Asiatic, title Deity w Human Body Votive Bead Talisman with XRF test.
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A gold foil ( 22,62 Karat ) deity votive bead talisman with human body from the ancient Western Asiatic culture.
1st millennium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned partly, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving, grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in London 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 gold foil ( 22,62 Karat ) deity votive bead talisman with human body from the ancient Western Asiatic culture.
1st millennium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned partly, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting, carving, grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in London 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
Deity w Human Body Votive Bead Talisman with XRF test
Acquired from
Antique market
Year acquired
1995
Material
22,62 Karat Gold Foiled Wax with XRF test
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
50 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
14.3 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
11 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.
