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LOT 0723
Roman Aubergine Glass Square Flask
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
2 in. (34.7 grams, 49 mm).
With dimple to the underside, squat square body and wide everted rim.
ProvenanceFrom an important London collection of glass, 1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 0723
Roman Aubergine Glass Square Flask
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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