Footed Cup, 6th century, Central Asia, Sogdia, Silver, H. 2 3/4 in. (7 cm); Diam. 5 7/8 in. ( cm), Metalwork, The cup

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Footed Cup, 6th century, Central Asia, Sogdia, Silver, H. 2 3/4 in. (7 cm); Diam. 5 7/8 in. ( cm), Metalwork, The cup, on a high flaring foot is decorated with a repoussé motif of petals, and a beaded relief surrounds the inner rim. The type is of western origin, probably from the Roman Mediterranean, and arrived in Iran and Central Asia about the fifth century A

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Size: 3927px × 2508px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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