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LOT 1593
South Arabian Carving of a Nude Couple in Erotic Embrace with Inscription
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
5 1/4 in. (380 grams total, 13.3 cm including stand).
Modelled in the round as two figures embracing, the upper figure with a pseudo inscription to the back; mounted on a custom-made stand.
ProvenanceFormerly in the collection of Mr K.
Ex collection of Mr H., acquired in Switzerland in the early 2000s.
Private collection, Switzerland, acquired in 2010.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12875-241696.
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LOT 1593
South Arabian Carving of a Nude Couple in Erotic Embrace with Inscription
Estimate £4,000 - 6,000€4,640 - 6,960 (for guidance only)$5,400 - 8,100 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £50
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Bactrian Terracotta Chalice
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £150 - 200 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £75
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Ex Abelita family collection, 1980s-2000s. -
Syro-Hittite Terracotta Idol
2nd millennium B.C.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
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