Antiquities and Ancient Art

Provenance:

Charles Dikran Kelekian, New York, 1968.

Sotheby's, New York, Antiquities and Islamic Art, 31 May 1997, Lot 396.

David B. Lawall (d. 2025), former Director and Curator of the Bayly Art Museum of the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia.

Inspected under UV light and 10x loupe. Notable loss and wear to the exterior surface. Root marks and encrustation present throughout. Repaired from multiple fragments, with visible signs of restoration. Surface exhibits staining and discoloration consistent with age. One notable gouge to the exterior nearly perforates through the body. Overall in fair condition as preserved. See additional images.

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