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LOT 0532
Greek Bronze Human-Headed Female Dancer
4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
7/8 in. (1.33 grams, 21.71 mm overall, 19.09 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)).
Comprising a narrow hoop and lentoid bezel, intaglio image of a siren in flight. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of Surrey, UK, gentleman.
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