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Price:CHF 3'200
Near Eastern
5th millenium B.C., 7th millenium B.C.
H : 6.6 cm
Idol, Sculpture
Terracotta
Beige, Black, Brown
Complete, even if arms are lost. Superficial wear.
11984
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