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ANCIENT GREEK TERRACOTTA PROTOME

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Description

Greek terracotta protome; wearing a himation and stephane, above a band of curly hair and well-defined features; circa 5th Century B.C.; H: 6"; mounted to metal and cloth frame

PROVENANCE
Sotheby's, New York, Sale 4497Y Lot 136
Estate of Ingrid B. Josephson, acquired from the above, with a copy of the invoice

NOTE: Two fragments, together comprising the loss to the piece's lower right, will be sold alongside this lot. Images are available upon request.

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ANCIENT GREEK TERRACOTTA PROTOME

Name: ANCIENT GREEK TERRACOTTA PROTOME
SKU: 61808884
Price: 750 USD
Availability: InStock

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