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LOT 0423

Egyptian and Other Mosaic Glass Fragment Collection

3RD CENTURY B.C.-4TH CENTURY A.D.

5/8 - 2 3/4 in. (58 grams total, 15-71 mm).

Comprising fourteen polychrome fragments displaying vibrant colours and patterns, two with a rounded lip. [14]

Provenance

Ex Gallery Mikazuki before 1984.
London gallery, latterly Mayfair, UK, collection.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0423

Egyptian and Other Mosaic Glass Fragment Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £234

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