Ancient Burmese, Pyu States Etched Agate Bead Talisman with Special Design - 15 mm (No Reserve Price)
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Bead Talisman with Special Design from ancient Burmese Pyu States, etched agate, 15×15×15 mm, dating 200–1000 AD, in good condition.
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An etched agate bead talisman with special design 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.
Purchased 1975 in Yangon by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market during a diplomatic mission in the region.
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 bead talisman with special design 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.
Purchased 1975 in Yangon by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market during a diplomatic mission in the region.
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
Bead Talisman with Special Design
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
15 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1960
Width
15 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Myanmar/Burma
Depth
15 mm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
