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LOT 0165

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,105

LATE BYZANTINE GREEN GLASS ARYBALLOS
6TH-8TH CENTURY A.D.
3 3/4 in. (329 grams, 94 mm wide).

Substantial jar with dimple base, trumpet-shaped mouth with brad rim and flanked by two loop handles.

PROVENANCE:
From the early 19th century collection of General Sir George Cockburn (1763-1847), Shanganagh Castle, Co Wicklow, Ireland, sold at auction between 1935-1939.
From the collection of the late Dr J.D.H. Widdness, Dublin, Ireland.

Accompanied by a handwritten letter by Dr Widdness explaining the bottle's history and provenance, plus a typed transcription.
Accompanied by a copy of an old black and white photograph of Dr Widdness holding and admiring the bottle while sitting in his study.

CONDITION
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