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LOT 0698
Roman Glass Unguentarium with Waves
1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.
4 in. (62.4 grams, 10.2 cm).
With bulbous flat-bottomed base, tall neck and rolled everted rim applied trail zigzag handles to each side.
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 0698
Roman Glass Unguentarium with Waves
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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