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Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head
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LOT 0051

Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head

CIRCA 3RD CENTURY B.C.

6 3/8 in. (1.07 kg, 16.3 cm).

Modelled with naturalistic detailing; square-section collared socket with one square hole for attachment.

Provenance

Ex French collection, 1990s.
French gallery 2000s.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.203557.

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LOT 0051

Parthian Bronze Attachment in the Form of a Gazelle's Head

Estimate £4,000 - 6,000€4,640 - 6,960 (for guidance only)$5,400 - 8,100 (for guidance only)

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