An Egyptian Predynastic green schist palette
An Egyptian Predynastic green schist palette
Circa 3200 B.C.
Of curved axe-head form, a vulture-head terminal to either side, circular recesses for eyes, with a central rectangular tang pierced for suspension, 4¾in (12cm) wide
Sold for £3,125 inc. premium

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  • Provenance:
    Joseph Klein Collection, formed in New York between 1941 and 1980. Thence by descent.

Category: Antiquities


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