Lot 0158

A Near Eastern Knob in the Shape of a Lion's Head

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A Near Eastern Knob in the Shape of a Lion's Head

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Description

KNAUF IN GESTALT EINES LÖWENKOPFES
Vorderer Orient
Ohne Sockel / without base
Bronze. L 4 cm.

Provenienz:
Privatsammlung Schweiz.

Frühes 1. Jt. v. Chr.

CHF 250 / 500
EUR 215 / 430

Condition

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A Near Eastern Knob in the Shape of a Lion's Head

Name: A Near Eastern Knob in the Shape of a Lion's Head
SKU: 83665923
Price: 250 CHF
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