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LOT 1882
Large Western Asiatic Painted Terracotta Bowl and Vessel Group
CIRCA 3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
3 5/8 - 10 5/8 in. (1.47 kg total, 9.3-27 cm).
Comprising: a deep bowl with painted rings to the inner face (repaired); cup with a slightly waisted profile (repaired); vase with bulbous median section, flared rim, painted rings and other ornament. [3, No Reserve]
ProvenanceThe vase ex Abelita family collection.
Acquired on the UK art market since the 1990s.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
The vase accompanied by a previous catalogue information slip.
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LOT 1882
Large Western Asiatic Painted Terracotta Bowl and Vessel Group
Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Western Asiatic Mounted Bronze Arrowhead
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