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Forms of Sasanian and Parthian pottery 

Details

Object Type

Containers and Vessels

Material

Ceramic | Terracotta | Fired Clay

Country of Origin

Iraq

Credit

The Trustees of the British Museum [1856,0903.1337]

Caption

Import restricted since 1990, section I.D.7d of 2008 designated list.

Size: Approximately 10-35 cm high

Date: Parthian (138 BC-AD 224) Sasanian (AD 224-636)

Forms of Parthian and Sasanian pottery include: pitchers, jugs, tall two-handled jars, lamps, bowls, pots, flasks, footed bowls, plates, dishes, cups, vases and bottles.

> CPIA Import Restriction Designated List

> Emergency Protection for Iraqi Cultural Antiquities Act

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