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LOT 1161

Sasanian Decorated High Tin Bronze Bowl

3RD-7TH CENTURY A.D.

6 7/8 in. (220 grams, 17.5 cm).

Hemispherical in section with rolled rim, incised ring to centre and below rim.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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.

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LOT 1161

Sasanian Decorated High Tin Bronze Bowl

Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)

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