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Hercules Battling the Lernaean Hydra

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Item Details

Description

20th Century
Hercules Battling the Lernaean Hydra

glazed ceramic
10.75 h × 9.5 w × 6.5 d in (27 × 24 × 17 cm)

Provenance: Collection of Governor Jim Thompson, Chicago

This work will ship from Chicago, Illinois.

Condition

Hercules' right torso, left hand and right leg were repaired with glue. A small loss to tip at one of Hydra's tails. Some other minor edge chips at base. Some localized crazing. Some localized peppering. Firing separations and burst air bubbles in some areas. Some surface dirt.

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Hercules Battling the Lernaean Hydra

Name: Hercules Battling the Lernaean Hydra
SKU: 137770469
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $300 - $500

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Starting Price $25

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