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LOT 1249

Syro-Hititte Bronze Male Idol

2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

4 3/8 in. (38.3 grams, 11.1 cm).

Modelled in the round with onion-shaped head, raised collar and phallus, domed eyes. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Previously the property of an Islington, London, UK, dealer.
From a London, UK, private collector since circa 1990.

CONDITION

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LOT 1249

Syro-Hititte Bronze Male Idol

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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