Coptic Bone Doll
8th century AD. A carved bone figurine of a nude female standing with exaggerated hips, conical arms terminating in tiny hands, ridged midriff, separately carved D-section head and neck with incised facial details; mounted on a custom-made stand. 169 grams total, 13cm with stand (5"). Previously with Aaron Gallery, London, UK; acquired 1984; subsequently on the London art market; subsequently in a private German collection; accompanied by Art Loss Register certificate number S00146704.
Condition Report: Fine condition, repaired.
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8th century AD. A carved bone figurine of a nude female standing with exaggerated hips, conical arms terminating in tiny hands, ridged midriff, separately carved D-section head and neck with incised facial details; mounted on a custom-made stand. 169 grams total, 13cm with stand (5"). Previously with Aaron Gallery, London, UK; acquired 1984; subsequently on the London art market; subsequently in a private German collection; accompanied by Art Loss Register certificate number S00146704.
Condition Report: Fine condition, repaired.