Ancient Achaemenid Gilded Bronze Wine Bowl
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**Originally Listed At $1500**
Western Asia, Persia, Achaemenid Empire, ca. 6th to 4th century BCE. An outstanding bronze phiale or wine bowl with a flaring rim, a large, distinctive omphalos in the tondo, and two incised lines adorning the exterior wall. A nice heavy bronze libation bowl that makes a sonorous ring when tapped. Lustrous bronze surface persists on interior, while a brilliant green patina enhances the entire surface. Size: 5-3/8" in diameter x 1-5/8" (13.7 x 4.1 cm)
Provenance: private New Jersey USA collection, acquired over twenty years ago
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#111049
Western Asia, Persia, Achaemenid Empire, ca. 6th to 4th century BCE. An outstanding bronze phiale or wine bowl with a flaring rim, a large, distinctive omphalos in the tondo, and two incised lines adorning the exterior wall. A nice heavy bronze libation bowl that makes a sonorous ring when tapped. Lustrous bronze surface persists on interior, while a brilliant green patina enhances the entire surface. Size: 5-3/8" in diameter x 1-5/8" (13.7 x 4.1 cm)
Provenance: private New Jersey USA collection, acquired over twenty years ago
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.
#111049
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Intact. Surface still shows sheen of bronze as well as a stunning green patina and natural acretions that adds to its beauty.
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Ancient Achaemenid Gilded Bronze Wine Bowl
Estimate $1,500 - $2,000
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