Small Statue of a Chimera, Luristan, 9th C. B.C.

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Small Statue of a Chimera, Luristan, 9th C. B.C.

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Small Statue of a Chimera, Luristan, 9th C. B.C.

Small statue of a reclining chimera. Bronze, with dark and light green encrusted patina. Iran, Luristan, Ca. 9th century B.C. Length: 2 3/8" (6 cm). The statue was originally affixed to a custom wood stand, which bears an old inscription ("griffon", meaning griffin in French) beneath. Very good condition. Ex; old French collection.