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LOT 1247
Western Asiatic Terracotta Zoomorphic Vessel with Glass Inlays
8TH-9TH CENTURY A.D.
12 3/8 in. (717 grams, 31.5 cm).
Broad and squat with flared foot, loop handle, all U-section spout and strainer; raised bosses to shoulder each set with a glass inlay; reserved tendrils and flowers on a black field.
ProvenanceUK collection, 1990s.
Acquired on the UK art market, before 2000.
Private collection, Mr M.V., a London-based businessman.
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LOT 1247
Western Asiatic Terracotta Zoomorphic Vessel with Glass Inlays
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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Private collection, UK.
The vessel belongs to the category of glass items with cut decoration. Usually, the neck of these vessels presents seven sides, the shoulder nine or eleven, between horizontal grooves. Arcade-like motifs adorn the body. The body presents nine, ten or eleven sides above the base. -
Large Western Asiatic Bronze Bowl
9th-10th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
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From the collection of North West London, UK, gentleman, 1990-2000s. -
Parthian Lead-Glazed Amphora
1st-3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
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Ex West London, UK, collection, 1990s.
