Sino-Siberian Jadeite Robed Dignitary Bead Talisman - 60 mm
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A jadeite robed dignitary bead talisman from the Sino-Siberian culture, dating to the Second Millennium AD or older, in good condition with an antique patina, original and hand-formed, measuring 60 by 39 by 39 mm, acquired in 1995 in Budapest from the collection of a former Asian ambassador, Dr. István Zelnik.
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A jadeite robed dignitary bead talisman from the ancient Sino-Siberian culture.
Second Millennium AD or older .
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand forming, cutting, carving, boring and grinding . Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased in 1995/Budapest by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in Asia, H.E.T.I.
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 jadeite robed dignitary bead talisman from the ancient Sino-Siberian culture.
Second Millennium AD or older .
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand forming, cutting, carving, boring and grinding . Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased in 1995/Budapest by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in Asia, H.E.T.I.
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
Sino-Siberian
Century/timeframe
Second Millennium AD or older
Name of object
Robed Dignitary Bead Talisman
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1995
Material
Jadeite
Country acquired from
Hungary
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
60 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
39 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
39 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.
