Lot Essay
Please note that this lot is sold as is and not subject to return.
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
Details
AN EAST ROMAN ELONGATED BONE DOLL
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
Venus wrinkles and pubic triangle indicated, wearing earrings and gilt wristbands on her extended arms, on perspex mount
20 cm. high
CIRCA 2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
Venus wrinkles and pubic triangle indicated, wearing earrings and gilt wristbands on her extended arms, on perspex mount
20 cm. high
Provenance
Acquired in the 1960s or early 1970s.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Christie’s charges a premium to the buyer on the Hammer Price of each lot sold at the following rates: 29.75% of the Hammer Price of each lot up to and including €20,000, plus 23.8% of the Hammer Price between €20,001 and €800.000, plus 14.28% of any amount in excess of €800.000. Buyer’s premium is calculated on the basis of each lot individually.
Sale room notice
Please note the head of the figure is broken off, this lot will be sold as is and not subject ot return
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