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LOT 0070
Parthian Blue Glazed Water Vessel
2ND CENTURY B.C.
7 1/2 in. (561 grams, 19.2 cm).
Discoid body and short tubular neck with everted rim, two loop handles.
Provenance
Ex London, UK gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
Private collection, London.
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LOT 0070
Parthian Blue Glazed Water Vessel
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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