A Sasanian gilt silver bowl
A Sasanian gilt silver bowl
Circa 6th-7th Century A.D.
The exterior decorated in shallow relief with a central medallion depicting a hare facing right within an encircling wreath, surrounded by six radiating Tree of Life motifs, a three line punched inscription beneath the animal recording the owner's name and likely the weight of the vessel, 14.1cm diam.
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Acquired by the current owner prior to 1992.
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A Sasanian gilt silver bowl
Circa 6th-7th Century A.D.
The exterior decorated in shallow relief with a central medallion depicting a hare facing right within an encircling wreath, surrounded by six radiating Tree of Life motifs, a three line punched inscription beneath the animal recording the owner's name and likely the weight of the vessel, 14.1cm diam.
Provenance:
Acquired by the current owner prior to 1992.
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