Details
LOT 4164
Western Asiatic Bronze Reclining Cat Weight. Early 1st millennium AD.
Modelled in the round with neck and head extended, legs folded beneath the body Condition as seen.1 3/8 in. (21.91 grams, 35.36 mm).
Provenance
Ex London, UK, gentleman's collection by descent, 1980s.
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LOT 4164
Western Asiatic Bronze Reclining Cat Weight.
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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