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LOT 0529

Greek Terracotta Head Collection

3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.

2 1/2 - 3 in. (184 grams total, 63-77 mm including stand).

Including hollow-formed and solid moulded and hand-formed types in various types of ceramic; each mounted on a custom-made display stand. [6, No Reserve]

Provenance

From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000.
From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.

CONDITION

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LOT 0529

Greek Terracotta Head Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £312

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