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LOT 0110
Estimate
GBP (£) 1,000 - 1,400
EUR (€) 1,160 - 1,620
USD ($) 1,340 - 1,880
ROMAN AUBERGINE-BANDED GLASS VASE
1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 7/8 in. (32.58 grams, 73 mm).
1ST CENTURY A.D.
2 7/8 in. (32.58 grams, 73 mm).
Piriform in profile with tapering cylindrical neck, flared rim and rolled lip, with dragged trails; rim chipped.
PROVENANCE:
Private collection, 1982.
Acquired by the present owner through the UK art market.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
LITERATURE:
Cf. Lightfoot, C.S., Ancient Glass In National Museums Scotland, Edinburgh, 2007, pp.150-151, item 377, for similar.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
