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LOT 1424

Western Asiatic Bronze Footed Cup

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

4 1/2 in. (275 grams, 11.5 cm).

Biconvex in profile with basal ring, carination, rolled rim.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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.

CONDITION

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LOT 1424

Western Asiatic Bronze Footed Cup

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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