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LOT 0987
Mesopotamian Fertility Figure
4TH-3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
4 1/2 in. (225 grams, 11.5 cm high).
A clay anthropomorphic female figure, stylised detailing to her face and hair, beaded necklace around her neck and small breasts; remains of outstretched arms; shallow U-shaped channel to reverse delineating her buttocks and spine.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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LOT 0987
Mesopotamian Fertility Figure
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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