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LOT 0422
Egyptian Schist Cosmetic Palette Pair
NEW KINGDOM-LATE PERIOD, 1550-332 B.C.
2 7/8 in. (200 grams total, 73-74 mm).
Two flat schist panels, sub-rectangular in plan each with one tapering edge. [2]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1969-1999; thence by descent.
LiteratureCf. similar in the collection of the British Museum under accession no.EA12779.
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LOT 0422
Egyptian Schist Cosmetic Palette Pair
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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