This blog is a electronic museum of my collections of antiquities, ethnographic, first editions, retro pottery from the 1950's to early 1970's, shell, mineral and gemstone specimens, fossils, postcards and other wonderful things! Comments are welcome on the objects including advice which will add to my own wonderment and knowledge.
Showing posts with label CYPRUS. Show all posts
Showing posts with label CYPRUS. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Greek Hellenistic Black Painted Pottery Dish circa 300 BC, CYPRUS

Provenance: Archaeological dig find, purchased by the original owner  from the site, Southern Cyprus circa 1925. Ex. German Collection.
Age: (c) 2,300 years old
Size: approx. 12.5 cm across
Condition: Good condition




Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Roman Handled Cup circa 3rd-4th century AD, CYPRUS


Provenance: ex Cyrus, ex deceased collection and estate of Graham Futter Esquire, Winterton, Norfolk, UK
Circa: 3rd-4th century AD
Age: Approx.1,700 years old
Size: 10.5 cm height / 8.2 cm diameter
Condition: Excellent with soil accretions.