Egyptian Limestone Coptic Head
6th-7th century AD. A limestone head from a relief, carved in the half-round with a round face, sloping almond-shaped eyes, straight nose and small, downturned mouth, ribbed headdress or hair texture above, fraction of the upper neck remaining. 536 grams, 90mm (3 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; ex Marc Labarbe, Toulouse, France; formerly in an old French collection. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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6th-7th century AD. A limestone head from a relief, carved in the half-round with a round face, sloping almond-shaped eyes, straight nose and small, downturned mouth, ribbed headdress or hair texture above, fraction of the upper neck remaining. 536 grams, 90mm (3 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; ex Marc Labarbe, Toulouse, France; formerly in an old French collection. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.