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LOT 0487

Egyptian Beaded Mummy Mask

PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 332-30 B.C.

4 1/8 in. (25.99 grams, 10.5 cm).

Comprising a restrung panel of small glazed composition beads in various colours representing a mummy face mask with false beard.

Provenance

Acquired 1990s.
Ex Mariaud des Serres, Paris, France.

CONDITION

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LOT 0487

Egyptian Beaded Mummy Mask

Sold for (Inc. bp): £164

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