Achaemenid Mottled Stone Bowl, Ex Arte Primitivo
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Description
Ancient Near East, Achaemenid Empire, ca. 559 to 330 BCE. A stunning bowl, carved from inherently beautiful stone of translucent green and matte gray inclusions. The ancient vessel presents an elegant silhouette with a discoid foot, curved walls, and a gracefully flared rim. Note how the rich greens range from celadon to olivine to forest. Size: 4.7" Diameter x 1.8" H (11.9 cm x 4.6 cm)
This piece has been published in Arte Primitivo "Fine Classical, Egyptian and Asian Antiquities" October 26, 2009, lot 49, page 9.
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010; ex-Arte Primitivo, New York City, New York, USA, October 26, 2009, Auction 52, lot 50
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This piece has been published in Arte Primitivo "Fine Classical, Egyptian and Asian Antiquities" October 26, 2009, lot 49, page 9.
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010; ex-Arte Primitivo, New York City, New York, USA, October 26, 2009, Auction 52, lot 50
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#179471
Condition
Some chipping to peripheries of foot, as well as nicks and abrasions throughout, all commensurate with age. Otherwise, intact and excellent with nice preservation of form. Very smooth surfaces in areas and light earthen deposits throughout.
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Achaemenid Mottled Stone Bowl, Ex Arte Primitivo
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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