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Large Cypriot Bilbil Vessel
Large Cypriot Bilbil Vessel
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Cyprus, Late Bronze Age, ca. 1550 - 1200 BCE. Beautifully formed terracotta vessel in the form of an upturned poppy, with white painted cuts to the poppy mimicking where the juices would seep out. Vessel sits on a flared base, has bulbous body, cylindrical neck, large incised handle, and flared rim. Judging from analysis of substances found in similar vessels, these vessels likely held a primitive form of opium. 11"H.

Provenance: Ex-private collection of William Dale, a career diplomat stationed in Turkey in the early 1960's, who acquired a vast collection of Greek, Roman and Near-Eastern treasures during his tenure.

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Large Cypriot Bilbil Vessel

Estimate $1,200 - $1,500
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Starting Price $500
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