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LOT 0638

Greek Alabaster Pyxis

MID 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 5/8 in. (168 grams, 68 mm).

Barrel-shaped in profile with flared foot, broad shoulder and gusseted neck, flange to the mouth; knop handle to lid.

Provenance

Collection Mr. K. Ex collection Mr.
H, acquired in Switzerland in the early 2000.
Private collection, 2010.
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 0638

Greek Alabaster Pyxis

Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)

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