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LOT 1327
Large Bactrian Terracotta Chalice
3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
12 3/4 in. (5.6 kg, 32.5 cm wide).
Comprising a broad shallow bowl with rounded rim supported by a sturdy ribbed shank on a conical base; painted rings, arrows and other motifs.
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990-2000.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Luristan Bronze Bowl
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £111
Broad and shallow with rounded base. 260 grams, 16.9 cm
Ex London, UK, collections, 1990s-2000s. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
The people of Luristan were nomads, constantly moving in summer and winter pastures, and needed metal utensils and tools. Therefore, in addition to weapons, these excellent metal workers produced, in considerable numbers, light and elegant bronze vases and cups. -
South Arabian Alabaster Bowl with Decorations
5th-3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £260
Shallow in profile with chamfered rim, concentric circles to inner face with arcading in two tiers; marine encrustation to exterior. 217 grams, 12.9 cm
UK private collection before 2000. Acquired on the UK art market. Private collection, London, UK. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato. -
Mesopotamian Stone Calf Amulet
Uruk, 4th millennium B.C.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
Reclining figure of a calf with regardant head, fine details on legs, head and tail; carved leaf to the reverse. 9.06 grams, 31 mm
From a Mayfair, London, UK, gallery, 1990s. From a private UK collection. This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
