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LOT 1217

Western Asiatic Bichrome Terracotta Jug

8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.

4 1/2 in. (365 grams, 11.4 cm).

Biconvex in profile with flared mouth and ribbed loop handle; reserved discs and scrolls on a black field.

Provenance

UK collection, 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000.
Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.
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 1217

Western Asiatic Bichrome Terracotta Jug

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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