Discover Ancient Treasures and Luxuries at Apollo Art Auctions – Antique Collecting

Royal Relics and Timeless Elegance: Discover Ancient Treasures and Luxuries at Apollo Art Auctions  

Apollo Art Auctions is proud to announce the ‘Fine Ancient Art, Antiquities & Jewellery’ auction and the ‘Fine Ancient Art & Antiquities – The Prince Collection’ sale. Commencing on January 25-26 at 1 p.m. GMT both days. They will be held live at our Central London showroom, 63 – 64 Margaret Street, W1W 8SW, and online via the Apollo Art Auctions platform. 

The auctions showcase an excellent array of excellent marbles, jewellery, seals and antiquities from all over the world ranging between 9th century BC to 14th century AD. Both auctions boast strong provenances, coming from collections of Axel Guttmann, Nahum Goldmann, Joseph Klein, Countess Adelheid Lanckoronska, Elie Borowski, Marilynn Alsdorf, Mr. & Mrs. Carl Tautenhahn, Jacques Carre, Naji Asfar, Eric Strobel, Georgia Chrischilles, Louis-Gabriel Bellon, Khawam brothers, Kurt Flimm, Leo Mildenberg, Gaston Maspero Archaeological Fund, Sir Roger Moss and the Thalassic Collection. 

All lots will be available for preview at our central London showroom by appointment only from the 20th – 24th January 2025, between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Our white-gloved team professionally handles all items preparing them for in-house shipping.  

Fine Ancient Art, Antiquities & Jewellery: January 25, 2025.

Lot 5: A Rare Egyptian Limestone False Door Stele of Ima
Estimated at £30,000–£50,000, this limestone false door offers a glimpse into ancient Egyptian beliefs about the afterlife. False doors symbolised a transition between the world of the living and the deceased, serving as a portal for offerings.  

Lot 103: Attic Red-Figure Kylix with Oracle Scene from the Circle of Douris 
This exquisite kylix, dated circa 470–450 BC, depicts a seated youth and a standing woman in an oracle scene rendered in the iconic red-figure technique. With an estimate of £50,000–£80,000. 

Lot 110: Greek Corinthian Hoplite Bronze Helmet 
A testament to ancient Greek craftsmanship and warfare, this Corinthian helmet (circa 500–450 BC) retains its original green patina and showcases meticulous design. Estimated at £60,000–£90,000. 

Lot 208: Roman Over-Life-Size Marble Venus Statue of Campidoglio
Estimated at £30,000–£60,000, this Roman statue (circa AD 160) reflects the timeless elegance of the goddess Venus, inspired by the renowned Venus of the Capitol. 

Lot 215: Roman Gold Ring with Carnelian Intaglio 
Dating to AD 175–215, this exquisite Roman gold ring features a finely engraved carnelian intaglio depicting Emperor Septimius Severus in profile. Estimated at £4,500–£9,000. 

Lot 323: Rare Medieval Iron Great Helm
Dating to the 14th century, this medieval Great Helm embodies the valour of knights during the Middle Ages. With an estimate of £35,000–£50,000. 

Fine Ancient Art & Antiquities – The Prince Collection 26th January 2025.  

Lot 1: Egyptian Amarna Period Quartzite Statue of Pharaoh
Estimated at £60,000–£90,000, this exceptional quartzite fragment from the Amarna Period (18th–19th Dynasty) depicts a pharaoh kneeling in ritual devotion. Inscribed with “Beloved of Atum, ruler of Heliopolis,”.  

Lot 2: Rare Egyptian Basalt Statue of the Priest Pa-khar-Khonsu – Large Size 
Estimated at £60,000–£120,000, this exceptional basalt statue from the early Ptolemaic Period (ca. 305–200 BC) depicts Pa-khar-Khonsu, a priest holding titles such as Prophet of Amun and Prophet of Thebes. The statue’s remarkable preservation showcases a kneeling figure with detailed inscriptions on the dorsal pillar, presenting the “Saite formula” and honoring the priest’s sacred role. 

Lot 4: Granodiorite Head of Amun with Tutankhamun’s Features 
A breathtaking Late 18th Dynasty (1336–1295 BC) masterpiece, this granodiorite head links King Tutankhamun with the god Amun, celebrating the young king’s restoration of polytheistic traditions after Akhenaten’s monotheistic experiment. With an estimate of £100,000–£200,000. 

Lot 5: Royal Shabti of Amenhotep III – The Magnificent 
Discovered by Napoleon in 1799, this alabaster royal shabti, valued at £12,000–£20,000, represents Amenhotep III as Osiris, the god of the afterlife. Inscribed with passages from the Egyptian Book of the Dead, this artifact hails from one of Egypt’s most prosperous reigns and highlights the period’s unparalleled artistry in funerary goods. 

Lot 12: Egyptian Bright Blue Faience Shabti of Psamtik, God’s Father 
Estimated at £12,000–£20,000, this stunning faience shabti from the 26th Dynasty (ca. 570–526 BC) stands out with its vibrant glaze and detailed inscriptions. Designed to serve and protect the deceased in the afterlife, it symbolizes the enduring craftsmanship of ancient Egyptian funerary art. Its rarity and superb condition make it a collector’s dream, accompanied by a custom-made stand and full provenance. 

Lot 261: Central Asian/Indian Solid Gold Beaker 
Weighing an astonishing 690 grams of 23-carat gold, this cylindrical beaker from 200 BC–300 AD is a testament to the craftsmanship and wealth of ancient societies. Adorned with an ancient script and estimated at £50,000–£80,000.