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Two Fine Ancient Javanese Ceramic Heads

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Item Details

Description

Java, ca. 13th-15th century. Two large and very fine ceramic heads depicting Hanuman. Exceptional examples. Custom stands.

Ex: Rhode Island collection, most of which was collected in the 1990s-early 2000s.

MEASUREMENTS

Height including stand: 12 3/8 inches / 31.5 cm. Height of head: 6 1/8 inches / 15.5 cm.

SHIPPING

$45 flat-rate shipping in the continental U.S. (insurance additional). International buyers please contact for estimate.

Condition

Repaired hole at top of smaller head, otherwise very good condition.

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Two Fine Ancient Javanese Ceramic Heads

Name: Two Fine Ancient Javanese Ceramic Heads
SKU: 90530376
Price: 2100 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,200 - $3,600

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Starting Price $600

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