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LOT 0694
Roman Glass Janus Head Flask
CIRCA 3RD CENTURY A.D.
3 7/8 in. (41 grams, 99 mm high).
A mould-blown glass flask formed as two addorsed heads with a flaring cylindrical neck and mouth; both heads with very similar detailing to the hair and face; restored.
ProvenanceAcquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
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LOT 0694
Roman Glass Janus Head Flask
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
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