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LOT 0033
Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170
CYPRIOT TERRACOTTA JUG WITH BULL'S HEAD
CYPRO-ARCHAIC II - CYPRO-CLASSICAL I, 600-400 B.C.
14 1/2 in. (1.5 kg, 37.5 cm).
CYPRO-ARCHAIC II - CYPRO-CLASSICAL I, 600-400 B.C.
14 1/2 in. (1.5 kg, 37.5 cm).
Comprising a bulbous body with conical flanged base, tubular neck and everted flange rim with chamfered upper face, loop handle to the shoulder with applied strip to the outer face and disc to each side; small spout to the shoulder formed as a bull's head; painted bands to the equator, base and lower neck. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Asian collection, purchased 1968-1972.
with Christie's, New York, 8 June 2001, no.127.
From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
