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LOT 0666
Parthian Bronze Lion Statuette
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 1/4 in. (40 grams, 32 mm).
Modelled standing on squat legs, long tail draped along the back, head turned to the left with open jaws, stylised mane detailing behind the neck. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx German art market, 2000s.
Acquired from an EU collector living in London.
From the collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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