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LOT 1000
Western Asiatic Artefact Group
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/2 - 5 in. (449 grams total, 3.9-12.5 cm).
A mixed group of artefacts composed of bone, stone and ceramic objects: a fragmentary alabastron; a lion head stamp; a possible amulet of axehead form showing carved detailing; bone implement; the lower half of a carved bone figure, and other items. [8]
Provenance
Acquired early 1990s.
Ex private American collection; thence by descent.
Private collection since 1998.
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LOT 1000
Western Asiatic Artefact Group
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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