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LOT 1777
Terracotta Replica Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 - 6 7/8 in. (1.05 kg total, 4.6-17.5 cm).
Replicating ancient artefacts from various time periods and cultures, including: Indus Valley fertility figure; Greek figures and animal votives; together with other items. [9, No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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