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Uncovering a 12th Century Persian Pottery Pitcher Hidden for Centuries

LONDON | 23 October 2024

Get a First Look at this beautiful pottery pitcher from twelfth century Persia. Learn how it was hidden ahead of the Mongol invasion, discovered again in a major 1940s find and then entered the collection of the heir to the Crayola fortune. The Rare and Important Kashan Turquoise Glazed Pottery Pitcher is a highlight of our upcoming Arts of the Islamic World & India auction taking place on 23 October at Replica Shoes 's London.

View 1 of Lot 134: A rare and important Kashan turquoise glazed pottery pitcher, Persia, circa 1200

A rare and important Kashan turquoise glazed pottery pitcher, Persia, circa 1200

23 October 2024 | Sale price: 120,000 GBP

Arts of the Islamic World & India

23 October 2024 | 11:00 AM BST | London

View 2 of Auction: Arts of the Islamic World & India

View 2 of Auction: Arts of the Islamic World & India

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23 October 2024 | 11:00 AM BST | London

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