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LOT 0070
Hellenistic Terracotta Figure of a Veiled Woman
3RD-2ND CENTURY B.C.
8 5/8 in. (384 grams, 22 cm high).
A hollow-formed terracotta figure of Tanagra type depicting a standing female wearing a floor-length robe, veil and mantle; the right arm holding the mantle, one foot protruding; a circular opening to the reverse.
ProvenanceAcquired early 1990s.
Ex private American collection; thence by descent.
Private Swiss collection since 1998.
Cf. similar figure in the British Museum under accession number 1874,1110.11.
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LOT 0070
Hellenistic Terracotta Figure of a Veiled Woman
Estimate £1,500 - 2,000€1,740 - 2,320 (for guidance only)$2,030 - 2,700 (for guidance only)
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