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LOT 1229
Sumerian Alabaster Cosmetic Dish
MID 2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 3/8 in. (21.9 grams, 35 mm).
Featuring a shallow rounded bowl supported by three beast feet, possibly depicting reclining lions; inked inscription to the underside: '88.349', probably recording an acquisition date of 1988.
ProvenanceEx Mayfair gallery pre 1999.
Accompanied by a previous typed cataloguing card.
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