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LOT 1212

Luristan Bronze Bowl

13TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.

6 1/8 in. (255 grams, 15.5 cm).

Of shallow profile with rounded base and inverted rim.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family 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.

CONDITION

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LOT 1212

Luristan Bronze Bowl

Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)

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