Lot 0046

A Nok Fragment of a Head

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Item Details

Description

Kopf-Fragment
Nok, Nigeria
Mit Sockel / with base
Terrakotta. H 19 cm.

Provenienz:
Galerie Walu, Zürich (vor 1995).

Thermolumineszenz-Altersbestimmung: 2400 Jahre (+/- 20 %).

CHF 4 000 / 8 000
EUR 3 440 / 6 880

Condition

The condition (wear, eventual cracks, tear, other imperfections and the effects of aging etc. if applicable) of this lot is as visible on the multiple photos we have uploaded for your documentation.

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A Nok Fragment of a Head

Name: A Nok Fragment of a Head
SKU: 83674450
Price: 4000 CHF
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