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LOT 0108
Greek Bronze Votive Plaque with Inscription for Artemis Lochia
4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
4 3/4 in. (107 grams, 12.2 cm).
A flat rectangular plaque with a punched dotted inscription 'ΘΕΚΡΙΤΑ ΑΡΤΕΜΙ… ΛΟΧΙΑΙ' to one face, pierced to the top for suspension; an inked inscription to the reverse 'Afort 3024'.
ProvenanceCollection J.R., New York, 1981.
with Artemis Gallery Auction, USA, 14 October 2015, no.55.
The inscription at the top of the plaque, ΘΕΚΡΙΤΑ ΑΡΤΕΜΙ… ΛΟΧΙΑΙ, identifies it as a votive pinax dedicated to the goddess Artemis Lochia, the protector of pregnant women and women giving birth. Sanctuaries of Artemis Lochia are attested in Brauron and Pergamon. The plaque was folded several times in Antiquity. On the reverse, a ledge at the edge, indicating that the plaque was soldered onto something in antiquity.
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LOT 0108
Greek Bronze Votive Plaque with Inscription for Artemis Lochia
Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£550 (EUR 638; USD 743) ‡+BP*
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Opening Bid: £75
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Opening Bid: £1,250
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Opening Bid: £550
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