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LOT 1306
Mesopotamian Alabaster Grotesque Head Pendant
CIRCA 800-600 B.C.
3/4 in. (4.13 grams, 18 mm).
Modelled in the round with animal-like features and grimacing expression, drilled eyes and string eyebrows, possibly depicting Huwawa; perforated through the head and mouth.
Provenance
Ex property of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1970-1990s, thence by descent.
Accompanied by a previous typed cataloguing card.
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LOT 1306
Mesopotamian Alabaster Grotesque Head Pendant
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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