Nagaland Seashell Human Deity Bead Pendant Talisman - 44 mm (No reserve price)
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A Nagaland culture seashell bead pendant talisman titled “Human Deity Bead Pendant Talisman,” an original carved piece dating to the second millennium AD, measuring 44 by 43 by 8 mm and in good condition.
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Description from the seller
A seashell pendant bead talisman depicting a carved human deity from the ancient Burmese/Indian Nagaland culture, second millennium AD .
In good condition.It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved.
Purchased mid 90's/Budapest by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in India , 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. Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Arts collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast-Asian politics and economy, presentations on international conferences.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
A seashell pendant bead talisman depicting a carved human deity from the ancient Burmese/Indian Nagaland culture, second millennium AD .
In good condition.It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved.
Purchased mid 90's/Budapest by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in India , 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. Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Arts collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast-Asian politics and economy, presentations on international conferences.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Details
Culture
Nagaland
Century/timeframe
Second Millenium AD
Name of object
Human Deity Bead Pendant Talisman
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
1995
Material
Seashell
Country acquired from
Hungary
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
44 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
43 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.
