Ancient Minor Asian Archaic Glass XXS Colorful Birds...

Alot of 8 archaic glass bird beads from the ancient Minor Asian culture . First Millennium AD or older . In good condition. They have been cleaned partly, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient hand forming,cutting, carving, boring and grinding. Traces of use and age on they surfaces . Purchased mid 90's in Budapest by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in Asi, H.E.T.L. 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.

Estimate:£175.8

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