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LOT 2240
Chinese Ordos Bronze Animal Belt Mount
6TH-2ND CENTURY B.C.
1 5/8 in. (32 grams, 43 mm).
Formed as a ram left with large curled horns, legs tucked beneath body; mounting lug with discoid head to reverse.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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LOT 2240
Chinese Ordos Bronze Animal Belt Mount
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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