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LOT 0782

Roman Bone Figurine of a Lady

1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.

2 5/8 in. (14.7 grams, 68 mm).

Carved in the round female torso with incised transverse lines at the hips and knees; domed breasts and incuse navel; slots and suspension hole at the shoulders to accept posable arms; usage wear.

Provenance

Private collection, 1990s.
Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in 2000.

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LOT 0782

Roman Bone Figurine of a Lady

Sold for (Inc. bp): £364

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