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Ancient Mesopotamian Limestone Baboon Ex Royal Athena

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Ancient Mesopotamian Limestone Baboon c.1st-2nd millenium BC. Ex Royal Athena. Size 2 7/8 inches high. Rare Ancient Limestone Seated Baboon Facing with his hands on his lap. Condition:old scratches otherwise perfect. Provenance: Ex: Royal Athena 1980's.

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