Description:

Near East or Central Asia, Iran and Southeastern Turkey, Sassanian (Sasanian/Sassanid) Empire, ca. 200 BCE to 200 CE. A beautiful brownware long-spouted pitcher with an arching handle and a tab thumb rest at the apex. The carinated body rests on a flat foot, and a dramatically flared neck rises from the center. The spout is supported by a tall neck and the channel groove extends horizontally outward, a curved hook adorns the point that touches the rim - all resembles a bird like a crane. Such an ornate neck might help filter wine dregs, but ultimately may have been ritualistic, pouring libations during religious ceremonies or funerals. Size: 11.5" L x 6" W x 6" H (29.2 cm x 15.2 cm x 15.2 cm)

This piece has been tested using thermoluminescence (TL) analysis and has been found to be ancient and of the period stated. A full printed and bound report is available to the buyer upon request.

Provenance: ex-Nancy and Dr. E.F. Simpson collection, Los Angeles, California, USA, acquired from 1970 to 2000

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#171983

  • Condition: Repaired and restored. Restoration to rim and curled finial on spout. TL hole on base and second TL hole on rim underside near handle.

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