Ca. 500 AD Holy Lands A finely patinated bronze vessel with twin handles in the form of a jar, the body is globular in form with the rim tapering down to the centre of which then turns into a bulbous-shaped body. The front of the vessel is elegantly formed with an incised motif of the menorah symbol alongside a stylised apple with stork. This vessel is directly associated with the Judean faith. This rare and possibly important object has been formed with excellent precision and is aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Size: L:93mm / W:118mm; 795g Provenance: From the important collection of a London doctor A.R; passed by descent to his son; formerly acquired the 1980s on the UK art market.