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LOT 0248

Sumerian Marble Bull Amulet

2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 in. (38.9 grams, 51 mm).

Carved as a recumbent bull with head turned facing, band to the muzzle and dewlap beneath; pierced vertically at the shoulders for suspension.

Provenance

Dr S. McCutcheon, Houston, Texas, USA, prior to 1980.
Acquired by the current owner from the above.

This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate no.11964-209617.

Literature

Cf. similar item in the British Museum under accession no.1896,0409.549.

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LOT 0248

Sumerian Marble Bull Amulet

Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,340

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