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LOT 0211
Assyrian Stone Bust of the Demon Humbaba
8TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
1 1/2 in. (47 grams, 37 mm).
Carved in the round bust with heavily hatched brow and cheeks, D-shaped eyes, snubbed feline nose, ellipsoid mouth gaping with teeth exposed, segmented panel to chest.
ProvenanceEuropean art market, 1997.
Acquired by the present owner from the above.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate no.12596-232196.
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LOT 0211
Assyrian Stone Bust of the Demon Humbaba
Estimate £1,200 - 1,700€1,390 - 1,970 (for guidance only)$1,620 - 2,300 (for guidance only)
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