Lot 96
  • 96

A Syrian Limestone Head of a Woman, Circa 2nd/3rd century A.D.

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • A Syrian Limestone Head of a Woman
  • Limestone
  • Height 10 1/4 in. 26 cm.
wearing earrings and a braided diadem, her centrally parted hair swept back beneath a veil.

Provenance

acquired prior to 1987

Condition

As shown. Note damage to nose and other areas. Some scratches and chips on veiled back. Rather shallow front to back.
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