Ancient Roman Marble Figure of Venus Pudica, AD 150
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Ancient Roman Marble Figure of Venus Pudica, AD 150
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- Dimensions:Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Diameter: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
- Style:Classical Roman (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:AD 100
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- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1052212661762
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