WESTERN ASIATIC BRONZE RIBBED PHIALE

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ART OF ASIA- FROM ANTIQUITY TO PRESENT DAY

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Jul 26, 2020

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  600-330 BC. Achaemenid period. This bronze phiale or shallow bowl comprises a flaring rim, incurved walls and flattened base. Extensive repoussé decoration comprises a central rondel surrounded by alternating wedge and almond-shaped bosses. Phiales were used for pouring libations to the gods as well as during feasting. The Achaemenid Empire (the first Persian empire) was an ancient empire founded by Cyrus the great and stretching from the Balkans and Eastern Europe to the Indus Valley and covering 5.5 million square kilometres at its height. This empire is also famous for being the antagonist of the Greek city states during the Greco-Persian wars. As well as fierce warriors, the Achaemenid empire produced fabulous works of art and craftsmanship, such as this bowl. Excellent condition, beautiful patina. Provenance: Previously with R.U., Parthenon Gallery, London; formerly in the 1980s UK collection. Size: H:40mm / W:150.5mm ; 241g
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