Silk Road, Central Asian Lapis Lazuli Winged Mythical Animal Seal Bead Talisman - 32 mm
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Winged Mythical Animal Seal Bead Talisman, a lapis lazuli artifact from Silk Road Central Asian culture, dating to the First Millennium AD (in the style of replica), with dimensions 32 × 37 × 32 mm and in Good condition.
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Description from the seller
A lapis lazuli winged mythical animal bead seal talisman from the ancient Silk Road, Central Asian culture .
First Millennium AD .or in the style of replica
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. The holes are ancient,hand-made,irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Strasbourg 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. 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.
Catawiki disclaimer: This piece has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, analysis of metals(XRF-test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
A lapis lazuli winged mythical animal bead seal talisman from the ancient Silk Road, Central Asian culture .
First Millennium AD .or in the style of replica
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. The holes are ancient,hand-made,irregular. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Strasbourg 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. 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.
Catawiki disclaimer: This piece has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as, a TL test, analysis of metals(XRF-test), lapidary tests, analysis of pigments or radiography scans have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Silk Road, Central Asian
Century/ Timeframe
First Millennium ADor in the style of replica
Name of object
Winged Mythical Animal Seal Bead Talisman
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Lapis Lazuli
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
32 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
37 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Asia
Depth
32 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.
