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LOT 1240
Western Asiatic Neck-Decorated Pottery Vase
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
6 1/2 in. (446 grams, 16.5 cm).
Comprising a biconical body and tall conical neck, incised decorative bands at the junction.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, 1988-2000s.
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