Asian, European Arts, Antiques, samurai swords, May 21, 2023
By Eternity Gallery
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May 21, 2023
PO BOX 48073 Tampa, FL 33646 USA, United States
A lot of beautiful arts and antiques from all over the world.
Large collection of swords, including Japanese Samurai swords.
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LOT 4L:
Antique bronze eye cosmetic kohl tripod, Middle Asia, 200BC- 800AD. Made in Bactria or Persia, circa 200 BC-800 AD. ...
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Start price:
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200
Estimated price :
$2,000 - $4,000
Buyer's Premium: 24%
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Antique bronze eye cosmetic kohl tripod, Middle Asia, 200BC- 800AD. Made in Bactria or Persia, circa 200 BC-800 AD. A delightful cast bronze vessel for holding kohl. The pot has a highly decorated rounded body with incised patterns and applied beaded lines. Three bent legs with hoof-like feet support it. Kohl is an eye cosmetic, still in use, made by grinding stibnite for use as mascara or eyeliner. Length: 80 mm; Width: 55 mm; Weight: 17 g; Provenance: Property of a West London gentleman; previously in a collection formed on the UK/International art market in the 1980s.
