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LOT 0103
Roman Marble Statue Fragment with Feet
1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.
9 1/2 in. (7.1 kg, 24 cm).
A marble statue fragment presenting the hem of a pleated robe, the sandaled feet of the figure emerging from beneath, with semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing, resting on a plain base.
ProvenanceAcquired early 1990s.
Ex private American collection; thence by descent.
Private collection since 1998.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11624-198973.
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LOT 0103
Roman Marble Statue Fragment with Feet
Estimate £2,500 - 3,500€2,900 - 4,060 (for guidance only)$3,380 - 4,730 (for guidance only)
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