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Achaemenid Lotus Phiale Mesomphalos
英国 北京时间
2021年11月30日 开拍 / 2021年11月28日 截止委托
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6th-4th century BC. A substantial sheet-bronze phiale with squat body, everted rim, central mesomphalos and lotus flower ornament in repoussé technique, with deep petals. Cf. Harvard Art Museums, object number 1979.357, for similar see Godard, F., The Art of Iran, London, 1965, for discussion. 253 grams, 23cm (9"). From a private family collection formed in London from the mid 1980s to early 1990s this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no.10957-179742. Phiale mesomphaloi (literally meaning bowls with central bosses) were the most popular form of vessel and were produced in a number of materials, including clay, bronze, silver and gold. They are a distinctive type of Achaemenid tableware, made by hammering or raising sheet metal, with decoration added in repoussé. They were used in banquets held by the nobility and for pouring libations at religious festivals. Phiales of this kind were a common gift from the Achaemenid king to the nobility which helped cement alliances among the different tribes of the Empire. The central boss to the underside allowed the user to secure their fingers and ensure a solid grip whilst drinking or pouring. [A video of this lot is available to view on Timeline Auctions Website]
condition:Very fine condition, exceptional patination.

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