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Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes
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LOT 1926

Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes

8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.

7 3/4 in. (739 grams, 19.7 cm).

With biconical profile and flared foot, cable-twist strap handle, applied raised band to the shoulder and neck; discoid feline head with filler hole and spout, inset turquoise-coloured scaphoid eyes.

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 1926

Western Asiatic Terracotta Vessel with Lion-Head with Glass Eyes

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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 £150 (EUR 174; USD 203) +BP*

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