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Ancient Palmyran Limestone Head Ca. 3rd-5th century A.D

Name: Ancient Palmyran Limestone Head Ca. 3rd-5th century A.D
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Ancient Palmyran Limestone Head Ca. 3rd-5th century A.D

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Ancient Palmyran Limestone Head Ca. 3rd-5th century A.D. size 9 1/2 inches high x 7 1/4 inches wide.Well carved life-size limestone head wearing headdress. Expressive facial features with large almond shape eyes, incised eyelashes, and small realistically carved lips.Carved and incised segmented hairdo. Condition: few scattered minor losses. A nice example.Provenance: Private NYC Collection acquired From Israel 10-03-2011 with original Export License from Israel.

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