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LOT 1953
Grand Tour Green Glazed Egyptian Shabti
19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
6 in. (153 grams, 15.5 cm).
With black detailing to the tripartite wig, bands of hieroglyphic text to the lower body.
ProvenanceProperty of a Devon, UK collector, acquired at auction; previously in a private UK collection.
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Circa 19th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £13
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A silver-coloured metal finger ring with inset blue glass bead to the bezel. 23.89 grams, 34.34 mm overall, 19.46 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19)
Property of a South West London gentleman.
