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73 - Egyptian Libation Vessel in the Form of a Squatting Woman. The Erotica Collection of Christian von Faber-Castell
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Egyptian Libation Vessel in the Form of a Squatting Woman. The Erotica Collection of Christian von Faber-Castell 3rd century B.C.-2nd century A.D. Formed as a naked pregnant woman in a squatting position, with sagging breasts and a strongly bulging belly; pubis clearly visible between the legs, which are spread wide apart; eyes and mouth perforated to serve as a spout; filling hole at the back of the head; left foot partly absent. Kunst und Kunsthandwerk Fr he Epochen no.2, Frankfurt A.M., before 1998, no.41, with illus. 161 grams, 10 cm (4 in.). (For this specific lot, 5% import VAT is applicable on the hammer price.) Hans Jurgen D pp (1940), Frankfurt. From The Erotica Collection of Christian von Faber-Castell, Ku?snacht ZH, Switzerland; acquired from Bernd Gackst tter, Antikenkabinett Frankfurt. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.
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