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LOT 0905
Western Asiatic Terracotta Tortoise-shaped Jar
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
7 in. (575 grams, 18 cm wide).
Biconvex in profile with concentric painted bands to the upper face and central rosette motif, integral suspension loop, short-trumpet-shaped spout.
Provenance
London, UK, collection, 1990s.
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LOT 0905
Western Asiatic Terracotta Tortoise-shaped Jar
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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