Western Asiatic Painted Terracotta Vessel

8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.

5 in. (407 grams, 12.7 cm).

Squat in profile and of tiered construction with strap handle and broad pouring lip, bands of polychrome painted foliage decoration.

Provenance

UK collection, 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000.
Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.

CONDITION

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LOT 1693