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Western Asiatic Bronze Lamp Bowl with Flared Rim Western Asiatic Bronze Lamp Bowl with Flared Rim Western Asiatic Bronze Lamp Bowl with Flared Rim
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LOT 1328

Western Asiatic Bronze Lamp Bowl with Flared Rim

13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.

6 3/4 in. (760 grams, 17.3 cm wide).

With hemispherical body and broad rim, decorative band to exterior at neck. [No Reserve]

Provenance

London art market 1979.
Property of a gentleman living in central London.

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LOT 1328

Western Asiatic Bronze Lamp Bowl with Flared Rim

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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