Ancient Egyptian Art auction at Christies
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Ancient Egyptian Art auction at Christies


http://www.artdaily.com/section/news/index.asp?int_sec=2&int_new=15634
"Christie’s New York will regale lovers of the Ancient World with an Antiquities extravaganza comprising three superb sales, spread out over two consecutive sale days. On December 8, the seventh edition of the highly successful Ancient Jewelry sale will take place, offering ancient luxury with a modern look. On December 9, the traditional Antiquities sale will be preceded by Ancient Egyptian Art from the Harer Family Trust Collection, a splendid private collection of Egyptian art."
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