Enchères 28 avril 2024 FINE ANCIENT ART & ANTIQUITIES - DAY 2 - London

Enchérissez sur la liste des lots Apollo Art Auctions : 28 avril 2024 - <p>DAY 2 - 28 April 2024, 12:00 pm</p><p><br></p><p>Apollo Art Auctions is presenting the &#34;Fine Ancient Art and Antiquities&#34; two-day auction on the 27th and 28th of April 2024. </p><p><br></p><p>After a highly successful January auction showcasing The Prince Collection, we&#39;re thrilled to announce the return of more exquisite items.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyone is welcome to register online or attend live in our auction showroom, located at 63-64 Margaret Street W1W in the heart of central London.</p><p><br></p><p>Our April auction brings an exceptional selection of antiquities encompassing a wide range of cultures. From the Roman Empire to the ancient Egyptians, Hellenistic, Western Asiatic and ancient China. Each piece has been vetted by renowned team of experts and auction curators, offering you the opportunity to enhance your collection.</p><p><br></p><p>Our second day of the auction features a selection of seals that have been seen by the esteemed Professor Wilfred George Lambert. Professor Lambert, a collector and lecturer at Birmingham University for many years, dedicated his career to the study of Near Eastern history, with a particular focus on cylinder seals. His extensive literature on the subject is widely recognized and is grounded in a thorough background of knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p>The array also features remarkable and historically significant provenances, including:</p><p><br></p><p>Mrs B. Ellison, a member of the Egyptian Exploration Society. The EES was established by Amelia Edwards and Reginald Stuart Poole in 1882 with the primary objective of exploring, surveying, and excavating in Egypt. </p><p><br></p><p>Axel Guttmann was a well-known private collector of European weapons. His collection began with a Roman Bronze helmet and rapidly grew to over 1,000 pieces. Known for lending his collections for exhibitions and providing accessibility to researchers, Guttmann&#39;s collection was auctioned after his passing in 2002 and 2004.</p><p><br></p><p>Arthur Bowen Davies: Modernist American Artist. While not widely recognized as a collector of ancient artifacts, Davies collaborated with prominent American societies such as the Rockefellers, assisting them in establishing their own collections. He frequently travelled to Europe for inspiration, particularly drawn to ancient classics, which likely fuelled his interest in Ancient Art.</p><p><br></p><p>Here are some highlights to look forward to; </p><p>Lot 545 - Rare Byzantine Openwork Gold Ring Depicting Four Crosses. Lot 691 - Pair Of Medieval Seljuk Rectangular Trays. Lot 911 - Chinese Tang Dynasty Terracotta Horse - TL Tested. </p><p><br></p><p>Ensure you don&#39;t miss out on your chance to acquire these stunning items by registering now. Join us for an opportunity to be part of this exceptional sale.</p><p><br></p><p>PAYMENTS CAN BE MADE IN USD, GBP and EUR. NO IMPORT CHARGES FOR MOST ANTIQUITIES WHEN SENT TO THE US. PACKING AND SHIPPING IS HANDLED IN-HOUSE BY OUR PROFESSIONAL WHITE-GLOVE TEAM.</p> Apollo Art Auctions - London

FINE ANCIENT ART & ANTIQUITIES - DAY 2

dimanche 28 avril 2024 - 12:00 (BST) - Live

63-64 Margaret Street - W1W 8SW London, Royaume-Uni

Apollo Art Auctions

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