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LOT 0617

Roman Marble Hand Holding Rope

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

4 3/4 in. (738 grams, 12 cm).

A marble left hand modelled in the round gripping a sinuous object, likely a rope; semi-naturalistic detailing to the nails and palm. [No Reserve]

Provenance

New York art market, 1992.

CONDITION

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LOT 0617

Roman Marble Hand Holding Rope

Sold for (Inc. bp): £260

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