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LOT 0241
South Arabian Naked Couple in Erotic Embrace
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 0241
South Arabian Naked Couple in Erotic Embrace
Estimate £5,000 - 7,000€5,800 - 8,120 (for guidance only)$6,750 - 9,450 (for guidance only)
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