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LOT 0906
Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh
LATE 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 3/8 in. (105 grams, 60 mm).
Composed of a domed head and tapering cylindrical body bearing cuneiform text to each aspect. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-1990.
Ex collection of a deceased gentleman by descent to his family.
Cf. The Metropolitan Museum, New York, accession number 86.11.270, for this class of object.
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LOT 0906
Babylonian Votive Clay Cuneiform Cone Fragment of Gudea from Telloh
Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
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Parthian Silver Bowl
Circa 2nd century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £819
Hemispherical in shape with rounded base and convex interior rim. 329 grams, 19 cm wide
with a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s. -
Holy Land Pottery Jar
EB I, circa 3000 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Bulbous ceramic body with rounded underside, broad neck and flared rim, two lateral strap handles, band of impressed points below the rim. 650 grams, 18 cm
From an important specialist collection formed in London, UK, before 1988. -
Bactrian Veined Alabaster Footed Cup
Mid 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
With everted rim and small foot. 56.7 grams, 57 mm high
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
