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LOT 239017
Estimate
GBP (£) 30 - 40
EUR (€) 35 - 46
USD ($) 40 - 54
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) (+bp*)
TEL HALAF STYLE TERRACOTTA FERTILITY FIGURE
20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
5 1/4 in. (143 grams, 13.3 cm).
20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER
5 1/4 in. (143 grams, 13.3 cm).
A figurine depicting a seated female with hands supporting large breasts, small head with pinched nose and painted facial detailing; wearing a tiered necklace indicated by painted dots; with voluptuous legs. [No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Ex Lockdales, Suffolk, UK, auction 166, no.1493.
From the private collection of John Meredith, acquired since the 1990s; thence by descent.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
