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LOT 0618

Greek Megarian Bowl

2ND CENTURY B.C.

5 1/4 in. (208 grams, 13.5 cm).

Hemispherical in profile with slightly everted rim and a matt glaze, raised architectural motifs to the shoulder, dense stylised vines below; shallow rosette foot.

Provenance

From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0618

Greek Megarian Bowl

Sold for (Inc. bp): £386

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