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LOT 0550
Bronze Age Cypriot Terracotta Burnished Pottery Jug with Handle
CIRCA 1900-1650 B.C.
7 5/8 in. (329 grams, 19.3 cm).
Comprising a spherical body with tall tubular neck with bulbs and U-section pouring spout, large strap handle to the rear; panels of hatched incised ornament to the body, pierced bulbs.
ProvenancePrivate family collection for the last 50 years.
with Bonhams, London, 15 May 2008, no.375 (part).
Property of a North London collector.
Accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonhams catalogue pages and the original lot tag.
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LOT 0550
Bronze Age Cypriot Terracotta Burnished Pottery Jug with Handle
Sold for (Inc. bp): £468
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Greek Gold Ring and Earring Set with Rosettes
4th-3rd century B.C.Estimate: £5,000 - 7,000 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £2,778
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London collection; acquired on the UK art market 1971-1974. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12152-217076. -
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