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LOT 0920

Western Asiatic Decorated Bracelet

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 1/8 in. (21 grams, 54 mm wide).

A flat-section penannular bronze bracelet with flaring terminals, body decorated with medial band of annulets, chevrons above and below with dotted fill, terminals with a vegetal design, possibly a stylised tree. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Early 1990s London collection.
Acquired on the UK art market.
From a private collection, Lancashire, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0920

Western Asiatic Decorated Bracelet

Sold for (Inc. bp): £46

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