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LOT 0248
Large Luristan Bronze Armlet Pair with Animal Terminals
2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.
5 1/8 in. (1.19 kg total, 13-13.1 cm).
Each armlet composed of a substantial round-section penannular hoop with 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]
Provenancewith 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 a search certificate number no.12265-220622.
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LOT 0248
Large Luristan Bronze Armlet Pair with Animal Terminals
Estimate £1,500 - 2,000€1,740 - 2,320 (for guidance only)$2,030 - 2,700 (for guidance only)
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