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LOT 1020
Nabataean Feeder Jar
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (41 grams, 74 mm).
A squat terracotta vessel with carinated profile, ribbing to the lower body, open mouth, short spout.
ProvenanceFrom an important collection of Holy Land pottery formed pre 1988, thence by descent.
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Opening Bid: £250
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Fine condition.
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Luristan Vessel Group
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A group of two copper-alloy vessels or vessel components: a shallow bowl with wedge-shaped handle; a hemispherical bowl or lid with truncated conical terminal or foot. 551 grams total, 11.5 - 17.5 cm
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Opening Bid: £800
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Zoomorphic incense burners were popular during the Seljuk period. When complete, coal and incense could be placed inside the burner and the scented smoke would escape through the pierced areas.
