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LOT 0626

Fragmentary Roman Glass Bottle Group

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.

5 1/8 in. (123 grams total, largest: 13 cm).

Including unguentaria and other types in iridescent, amber, aqua and other glass. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired on the UK art market.
Ex London gallery, UK.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0626

Fragmentary Roman Glass Bottle Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £98

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