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LOT 0607

Greek Bronze Animal

GEOMETRIC, 8TH-6TH CENTURY B.C.

1 5/8 in. (11.5 grams, 43 mm).

Modelled with a conical body and two stub legs, carinated back and neck, pierced for suspension.

Provenance

Ex collection Mr K.H., Germany.
Private collection, acquired in 2012.

CONDITION

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LOT 0607

Greek Bronze Animal

Sold for (Inc. bp): £234

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