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Ancient Bactrian Bronze Kohl Jar, Stylized Fish

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Ancient Bactrian Bronze Kohl Jar, Stylized Fish

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Description

Central Asia, Bactrian, ca. late 1st millennium BCE. A mold-cast bronze jar, used for storing kohl cosmetic material, in the shape of a stylized fish with a slender tail and protruding bodily fins. A narrow cylindrical neck protrudes from the mouth of the animal and originally had a stopper to securely contain its contents. Fine layers of russet and green patina have formed across the vessel. Size: 2.3" L x 1.125" W (5.8 cm x 2.9 cm)

Provenance: private New Jersey, USA collection; ex-BC Galleries, Armadale, Victoria, Australia, 2010

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Condition

Original stopper missing as shown. Minor abrasions and encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Great russet patina throughout.

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Ancient Bactrian Bronze Kohl Jar, Stylized Fish

Name: Ancient Bactrian Bronze Kohl Jar, Stylized Fish
SKU: 101172556
Price: 300 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $900

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