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LOT 0194
South Arabian Erotic Figures
1ST CENTURY B.C.-1ST CENTURY A.D.
5 1/4 in. (380 grams total, 13.3 cm including stand).
Modelled in the round 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.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 0194
South Arabian Erotic Figures
Estimate £6,000 - 8,000€6,960 - 9,280 (for guidance only)$8,100 - 10,800 (for guidance only)
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