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1654 - Fatimid Rock Crystal Boar on Base. 9th-10th century A.D. or later Depicting the animal standing on all fours, with a prominent muzzle and semi-open jaws, the body marked by fine lines representing the bristles, accompanied by a carved display base. See Morero, E., Johns, J., Procopiou, H., Vargiolu, R., Zahouani, H., 'The manufacturing techniques of Fatimid rock crystal ewers (10-12th centuries AD)', in Hilgner, A., Greiff, S. and Quast, D. (eds.), Gemstones in the first Millennium AD. Mines, Trade, Workshops and Symbolism, proceedings of the International Conference, R misch-Germanisches Zentralmuseum, Mainz, 20-22 October 2015, Mainz, 2017, pp.119-135. 201 grams, 69 mm high including stand (2 3/4 in.). [No Reserve]
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Fatimid Rock Crystal Boar on Base. 9th-10th century A.D. or later Depicting the animal standing on all fours, with a prominent muzzle and semi-open jaws, the body marked by fine lines representing the bristles, accompanied by a carved display base. See Morero, E., Johns, J., Procopiou, H., Vargiolu, R., Zahouani, H., 'The manufacturing techniques of Fatimid rock crystal ewers (10-12th centuries AD)', in Hilgner, A., Greiff, S. and Quast, D. (eds.), Gemstones in the first Millennium AD. Mines, Trade, Workshops and Symbolism, proceedings of the International Conference, R misch-Germanisches Zentralmuseum, Mainz, 20-22 October 2015, Mainz, 2017, pp.119-135. 201 grams, 69 mm high including stand (2 3/4 in.). [No Reserve] From the collection of a deceased collector. Ex Adam Partridge, UK. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.
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