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LOT 0233
Large Bactrian Bronze Armlet Pair
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
5 1/4 in. (1.2 kg total, 13.4 mm wide each).
Each armlet composed of a substantial round-section penannular hoop, both terminals formed as stylised opposed animal heads, ring-and-dot motifs representing the eyes and highlighting other anatomical detailing, together with dashes, dimples, chevrons and crescents. [2]
Provenance
with a London, UK gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11873-206890.
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LOT 0233
Large Bactrian Bronze Armlet Pair
Estimate £2,000 - 3,000€2,320 - 3,480 (for guidance only)$2,700 - 4,050 (for guidance only)
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