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Ancient Persian Bronze Hanging Jar w/ Lion Heads
Ancient Persian Bronze Hanging Jar w/ Lion Heads
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Near East / Western Asia, Persia / Iran, ca. 500 BCE to 500 CE. A delightful miniature cauldron, cast from bronze, made to hang from three bronze chains by loops above projecting lion heads on its sides. The rim flares outward from the narrow neck and the chains consist of delicate round loops. Each lion face depicts an adult male with a glorious mane, staring directly out at the viewer. Perhaps this item was made for heating a small quantity of oil or some other viscous liquid for cosmetic purposes. Size: 7.3" L (with chain suspended) x 1.6" W x 1.35" H (18.5 cm x 4.1 cm x 3.4 cm)

Provenance: private New Jersey USA collection, acquired over twenty years ago

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#121645
Condition
Grey-green patina on surface, with slight bending to rim. Chain has some bending but remains functional and intact.
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Ancient Persian Bronze Hanging Jar w/ Lion Heads

Estimate $800 - $1,200
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Starting Price $400
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