A Caucasian Bronze Mouflon Belt Hook - Jun 30, 2023 | Galerie Zacke In Vienna
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A CAUCASIAN BRONZE MOUFLON BELT HOOK

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A CAUCASIAN BRONZE MOUFLON BELT HOOK
A CAUCASIAN BRONZE MOUFLON BELT HOOK
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A CAUCASIAN BRONZE MOUFLON BELT HOOK

North Caucasus, Ossetia, 9th to 5th century BC. Cast as a stylized mouflon with long horns curling at the ends, in a recumbent position with the legs tucked under the body, which is decorated with a cross and lines.

Condition: Good condition with wear, signs of weathering and corrosion, some dents. Naturally grown patina overall with malachite green.
Provenance: Galerie Serres, Paris, acquired in June 1999, a copy of the original certificate from the Serres gallery and a letter from Jean-Louis Zimmermann accompany this lot. Former Robert Blanchet (1921-2009) collection, inventory n°429. A copy of the original collection card and handwritten description accompanies this lot.
French Export License: Certificated d'exportation pour un bien culturel Nr. 194242 dated 2 May 2018 has been granted and a copy is accompanying this lot.

Weight: 79 g
Dimensions: Length 9 cm

Literature comparison: A closely related plaque is in the Nasli M. Heeramaneck Collection of Ancient Near Eastern and Central Asian Art, gift of The Ahmanson Foundation (M.76.97.597).

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A CAUCASIAN BRONZE MOUFLON BELT HOOK

Estimate €1,500 - €3,000
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Starting Price €1,500

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