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Ancient Coptic Egypt Limestone Animal Head Ca. 5th century A.D.

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Ancient Coptic Egypt Limestone Animal Head Ca. 5th century A.D.

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Ancient Coptic Egypt Limestone Animal Head Ca. 5th century A.D. Size 7 3/8 inches high, 4 inches wide. Carved limestone animal head, possibly depicting a dog, having large, wide open eyes, short snarling snout and wavy hair curls between his ears. Ancient loss to most of his ears and chips on his snout, some scattered ancient surface losses. Overall excellent ancient surface patina. Mounted on a tiered lucite block. Provenance: Estate of George S. Mack, Greenwich. Acquired 1980’s - early 1990’s.

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Ancient Coptic Egypt Limestone Animal Head Ca. 5th century A.D.

Name: Ancient Coptic Egypt Limestone Animal Head Ca. 5th century A.D.
SKU: 173518513
Price: 500 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $700

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