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LOT 1049

Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel Group

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 3/4 - 6 7/8 in. (1.36 kg total, 7-17.5 cm).

Comprising a tall jar with broad mouth, textured finish; small footed jar with flared rim; cup with tapering foot; ellipsoid dish with flat underside. [4, No Reserve]

Provenance

From a family collection mostly formed in the 1940s-1950s, thence by descent.

CONDITION

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LOT 1049

Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £13

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