Achaemenid - Silver 'Lotus' Phiale > Lot No. 635

Description:
Circa 5th century BC. A repoussé moulded lotus bowl or phiale, its central omphalos domed internally and the rim flared and rolled.

Measurements:
98mm diameter, 36mm tall; 80 grams.

Condition:
Fine and pleasing.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £1,000 - 1,500 (EUR 1,200 - 1,800; USD 1,580 - 2,380)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £1,050