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An Egyptian Limestone Figure of a Nile Perch, Ptolemaic Period, 304-30 B.C.
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- An Egyptian Limestone Figure of a Nile Perch
- Stone
- Length 6 3/4 in. 17.1 cm.
with finely engraved scales and formerly inlaid eyes.
Provenance
Pierre and Claude Vérité, Paris, acquired between 1930-1960 (Christie's, Paris, Archéologie: Collection Pierre et Claude Vérité, December 20th, 2011, no. 174, illus.)
acquired by the present owner at the above auction
acquired by the present owner at the above auction
Condition
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