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LOT 0586

Roman Glass Vessel

1ST-2ND CENTURY A.D.

5 1/4 in. (32 grams, 13.5 cm).

With piriform lower body, extended cylindrical neck and flange rim; iridescent surfaces.

Provenance

From a London, UK, collection, 1990s.

Literature

Cf. The British Museum, accession number 1901,0413.3009, for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0586

Roman Glass Vessel

Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)

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