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LOT 0248
Western Asiatic Double Animal Spouted Vessel
8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.
9 3/4 in. (1.32 kg, 24.7 cm).
Biconvex body with spout formed as an animal-head, filler to the rear with crimped rim and ribbed loop between; traces of painted design.
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 0248
Western Asiatic Double Animal Spouted Vessel
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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