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LOT 1156

Western Asiatic Bronze Kohl Pot with Applicator

CIRCA 8TH-10TH CENTURY A.D.

5 1/2 in. (441 grams total, 14-14.2 cm).

With bulbous body segmented to the underside, tall tubular neck with spiral ornament to the outer face, stepped collars and flange rim, four zoomorphic legs; the applicator round-section, fusiform with square-section central handle, geometric ornament. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex property of a Surrey gentleman.
From a private collection of an Exeter gentleman since 2015.

CONDITION

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LOT 1156

Western Asiatic Bronze Kohl Pot with Applicator

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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