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Ancient Summerian alabaster libation vessel browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Ancient World:Near Eastern:Stone: Pre AD 1000: item # 820628 Please refer to our stock # a188 when inquiring.
ARCHAEO GALLERY PO BOX 130 Herne Hill Western Australia 6056 Guest Book $6900 USD free global shipping |
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A very rare Summerian libation vessel fashioned from alabaster. The body has been shaped similar to pouring vessels made from sea shells. The spout in the form of a rams head. The tip of the spout appears to once have been adorned with an attatchment of some form(now missing). The hollow eye sockets possibly may have had gold or lapis lazuli inset (now missing). Overall the detail of the piece is beautiful and its calcified patina adds to its character. Dating to circa 2550-2400 BC Measures 113mm length Ex-private collection Perth. Mounted on custom made display stand. |
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