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LOT 1344
Western Asiatic Bronze Decorated Bowl
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 1/2 in. (183 grams, 11.5 cm).
Biconvex in profile with rounded underside and broad mouth; repoussé rosettes to the shoulder, and larger rosette to the base; slightly everted rim. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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