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LOT 0233

Western Asiatic Alabaster Cosmetic Dish

MID-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

1 1/4 in. (34 grams, 33 mm wide).

Comprising a shallow rounded bowl supported by three feet modelled as reclining lions; old inked collection number 88.349 to the bottom.

Provenance

Ex Symes gallery, Mayfair, London, UK, before 1999, with stock reference number.

Accompanied by a previous catalogue information slip.

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LOT 0233

Western Asiatic Alabaster Cosmetic Dish

Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)

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