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LOT 0263
Large Mesopotamian Decorated Alabaster Bowl
3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
7 1/4 in. (2.2 kg, 18.5 cm wide).
With a conical lower body, broad rounded shoulder and four radiating integral pierced lugs; narrow neck and broad flat rim to the mouth.
ProvenanceAcquired on the French art market, formerly in a French collection since the 1970s.
with Bonhams, London, 1 May 2013, no.162.
Accompanied by copies of the relevant Bonhams catalogue pages.
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LOT 0263
Large Mesopotamian Decorated Alabaster Bowl
Estimate £1,200 - 1,700€1,390 - 1,970 (for guidance only)$1,620 - 2,300 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£600 (EUR 696; USD 810) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £50
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Mesopotamian Terracotta Cuneiform Tablet
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Opening Bid: £5
Pillow-shaped tablet with cuneiform text on both sides, repaired. 127 grams, 78 mm
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Opening Bid: £5
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