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LOT 1252
Western Asiatic Painted Channel Spouted Terracotta Vessel
8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.
7 in. (292 grams, 17.7 cm).
With basal ring, bulbous body, loop handle and long pouring lip with strainer and thumb-pad; hatched and scrolled painted decoration.
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 1252
Western Asiatic Painted Channel Spouted Terracotta Vessel
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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