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LOT 0064

Minoan Stone Vessel

2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

5 3/4 in. (1.48 kg, 14.6 cm wide).

Of conical profile with raised ropework detailing to the broad shoulder.

Provenance

Private European collection, 1992.
Thence by descent.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12086-218214.

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LOT 0064

Minoan Stone Vessel

Estimate £1,800 - 2,400€2,090 - 2,780 (for guidance only)$2,430 - 3,240 (for guidance only)

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