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LOT 0199
Central Asian Ziwiye Turquoise Frit Offering Basket
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY B.C.
9 1/8 in. (982 grams, 23.2 cm).
Conical outer body with pierced geometric panels, handle surmounted by facing quadrupeds flanking a swan at apex, horned bull's heads to either handle base.
ProvenanceWith the previous owner, 1990-2012.
Acquired in 2012.
Accompanied by an IADAA search certificate dated 9 April 2020.
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LOT 0199
Central Asian Ziwiye Turquoise Frit Offering Basket
Estimate £1,800 - 2,400€2,090 - 2,780 (for guidance only)$2,430 - 3,240 (for guidance only)
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