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Western Asiatic and Other Terracotta Vessel Group Western Asiatic and Other Terracotta Vessel Group Western Asiatic and Other Terracotta Vessel Group
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LOT 1348

Western Asiatic and Other Terracotta Vessel Group

3RD-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

1 3/4 - 7 5/8 in. (3.5 kg total, 4.5-19.5 cm).

Including aa drum-shaped jar, cup with carinated profile and other items. [11, No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of the late David Gold, 1990s.

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LOT 1348

Western Asiatic and Other Terracotta Vessel Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £312

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