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Rare Hellenistic Solid Clay Bust of Herakles

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Rare Hellenistic Solid Clay Bust of Herakles

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Description

Hellenistic, found in Turkey, Ca 2nd century BCE. Depicts the famous Herakles, modeled with curly beard and hair, eyes almost diamond shaped. Entire bust covered in nice root marks. 5-1/2"H. Custom stand.

Provenance: Ex-private collection of William Dale, a career diplomat stationed in Turkey in the early 1960's, who acquired a vast collection of Greek, Roman and Near-Eastern treasures during his tenure.

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Condition

Ancient chip to nose, else excellent

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Rare Hellenistic Solid Clay Bust of Herakles

Name: Rare Hellenistic Solid Clay Bust of Herakles
SKU: 30666030
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

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