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LOT 0203

Mesopotamian Terracotta Pouring Vessel

3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.

4 5/8 in. (438 grams, 11.8 cm wide).

Formed as a pouring vessel with carinated body and short cylindrical spout, neck decorated with three concentric bands of pricked dots, incised bands below, combed chevrons to the equator featuring three raised knops to the rear.

Provenance

Acquired in Europe before 1990.

CONDITION

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LOT 0203

Mesopotamian Terracotta Pouring Vessel

Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)

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