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LOT 0253
Western Asiatic Ceramic Zoomorphic Vessel
8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.
7 5/8 in. (1.06 kg, 19.5 cm).
Comprising four conical legs supporting a double globular body with conical neck and ram's head, spout to the rear with strainer connected by a bridging loop; applied painted hatched spiral detailing; old label to the underside: 'YAZDANI 211C LONDON'.
Provenance
UK collection, 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000.
Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.
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LOT 0253
Western Asiatic Ceramic Zoomorphic Vessel
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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