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A Sabean Alabaster Head

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Item Details

Description

Height: 6 4/5 inches (17.5 cm.)
1st-2nd Century A.D.
Ex: New York private collection, 1960's.

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Condition

Intact. Mounted on a custom base stand.

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A Sabean Alabaster Head

Name: A Sabean Alabaster Head
SKU: 61846898
Price: 1700 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,700 - $3,000

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