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LOT 0578
Large Greek Terracotta Spindle Unguentarium
HELLENISTIC, 4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
9 in. (184 grams, 23 cm).
With a long narrow neck and carinated mouth, developing to a biconical body and flared foot. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr Brian Edwards, New Malden, Surrey, UK, formed from the late 1970s-early 1980s; thence by descent.
Accompanied by the original collector's data sheet with reference no.A112.
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