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LOT 1312

Luristan Terracotta Spouted Cup

CIRCA 800-600 B.C.

5 1/8 in. (232 grams, 13 cm).

With a short pouring spout on the rim and a single horizontal lateral handle; three stub feet to the base. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
Ex TimesAncient, Bristol, UK.

Accompanied by a copy of a previous catalogue entry.
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 1312

Luristan Terracotta Spouted Cup

Sold for (Inc. bp): £52

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