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LOT 0762
Roman Aqua Glass Bowl
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/2 in. (90 grams, 11.4 cm).
Broad and squat with dimple base and applied foot, stepped rim with carination; rim restored. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of David Donlan (1947-2025), a dedicated and lifelong collector with a passion for the ancient world and the natural sciences, forming his collection from 1960s onwards, using many reputable dealers across the United Kingdom, including the well-regarded Coincraft and The Parthenon Gallery.
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