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LOT 0573

Greek Terracotta Bull Statuette

5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

4 3/4 in. (274 grams, 12 cm high).

A terracotta standing bull with stylised anatomical detailing; hollow-formed.

Provenance

Acquired before 2000.
From the property of a Suffolk, UK, lady.

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LOT 0573

Greek Terracotta Bull Statuette

Sold for (Inc. bp): £171

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