Ancient Iranian hollow terracotta vessel modeled in the form of a standing bull, with four short legs, rounded body, raised neck and stylized facial features, the back fitted with a tubular filling aperture. The weathered surface retains extensive earthen and mineral accretions with areas revealing the reddish terracotta body. The form relates to a long tradition of zoomorphic vessels in ancient Iran, including bull-form examples associated with northwestern Iran and the Parthian period.

Size: 6 in. long x 5 in. high.

Provenance: Property from an important private collection, assembled by a dealer and collector over more than six decades.

Condition: Extensive age-related surface wear and accretions; losses and damage to the head and facial elements, with additional chips and losses throughout. Please refer to photographs.



In-house shipping estimate: $25.00 within the continental United States. International bidders should contact A Cut Above Auction for a shipping quote.