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LOT 0581

Greek Black-Glazed Plate

5TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.

5 in. (192 grams, 12.7 cm wide).

Shallow-bodied with broad foot; incised fluting around the exterior body and rim.

Provenance

Acquired in the 1960s-1970s.
Ex European private collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 0581

Greek Black-Glazed Plate

Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)

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