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LOT 2118
Western Asiatic Style Stone Artefact Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 1 5/8 in. (40 grams total, 15-40 mm).
Carved in the round fish, bird, ox and other animals in carnelian, onyx and other materials. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London, UK.
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