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LOT 1219
Western Asiatic Bronze Cosmetic Fish Palette
12TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/8 in. (20.7 grams, 86 mm).
Formed as a shallow fish-shaped dish with scale and gill detailing to the underside; remains of pigment to upper face.
Provenance
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
London, UK, collection.
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LOT 1219
Western Asiatic Bronze Cosmetic Fish Palette
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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